Keto Gummies
These Keto Gummies are super easy to make with only a few simple ingredients. My kids love them. You can customize the flavors with any sugar-free drink mix you enjoy. These homemade gummies are sure to become a favorite treat and healthy snack.
I started making these because my kids could never get enough gummy snacks, and buying them all the time quickly added up. Using flavored drink packets keeps the ingredient list short while providing both the flavor and sweetness in one step. One packet makes a surprisingly large batch, making these gummies an affordable homemade snack.
Be sure to try my Keto Jello Recipe and Orange Creamsicle Gummies Recipe for more amazing keto recipes!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Only a few simple ingredients
- Easy to customize with different flavors
- Low carb and low calorie
- Great for kids and adults
- Fun homemade snack
- Perfect for meal prep
- Naturally gluten-free
- Cheaper than store-bought gummies
Before You Get Started
- Sprinkle the gelatin over cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
- Whisk gently if you want crystal-clear gummies without bubbles.
- If there are any lumps, strain them out.
- Silicone molds make removing the gummies much easier.
- Refrigerate until completely firm before unmolding.
Ingredients
- Water – Dissolves the gelatin and creates the gummy base.
- Sugar-free drink mix – Adds both flavor and sweetness. True Lemon, True Lime, and similar drink packets work well.
- Unflavored gelatin – Gives the gummies their chewy texture. Increase it for firmer gummies or reduce it for softer gummies.
See the recipe card for quantities.
How to Make Keto Gummies
Step One: Put the cold water in a small bowl. Sprinkle the gelatin on top. Let it bloom for five minutes.
Step Two: Add the hot water and drink mix to the bloomed gelatin. Stir until both dissolve. Taste to see if you need more of the drink powder.
Step Three: Pour into a gummy mold. Wipe up any spills.
Step Four: Refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or until set.
Step Five: Pop the gummies out of the molds and store them in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy.
Storage
Store the gummies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. For the best texture, keep them chilled in the fridge until you’re ready to enjoy them. They can melt at room temperature.
Variations
- Different Flavors – Try lemonade, watermelon, black cherry, raspberry, grape, orange, or any other sugar-free drink mix.
- Sour Gummies – Sprinkle the finished gummies with a little citric acid for a tangy, sour candy flavor. It is best to sprinkle them right before eating since the citric acid can make them melt.
- Tea gummies – You can also make gummies with a fruit tea and sweetener. I do this in my Passion Tea Lemonade Gummies.
- Vitamin Gummies – Stir in powdered vitamin C or electrolyte powder after heating, if desired.
- Layered Gummies – Make two or three different flavors and let the layers firm before pouring on more
- Fun Shapes – Make these in cute shapes like gummy bear molds, hearts, dinosaurs, stars, or building blocks for a fun snack kids will love.
Love gummies? Try my Red Hot Cinnamon Gummies next!
Common Questions
What mold should I use?
Any silicone candy mold works well. Gummy bears, hearts, stars, dinosaurs, or even building block shapes all work for gummies. For larger molds, simply double the recipe. If you don’t have gummy molds, you can pour the mixture into a lightly greased shallow dish and cut it into cubes after it firms up.
Are these gummies keto?
Yes. They are low in carbs and made with sugar-free drink mixes, making them a great keto-friendly snack.
Can I use different drink mix flavors?
Absolutely! Try lemonade, watermelon, cherry, raspberry, grape, or any sugar-free drink mix you enjoy.
Can I make these without silicone molds?
Yes. Pour the mixture into a small glass dish, refrigerate until firm, and cut into bite-sized squares.
Why are my gummies cloudy or foamy?
Using a blender incorporates air into the mixture. For clearer gummies, whisk by hand after blooming the gelatin.
Can I freeze homemade gummies?
Freezing isn’t recommended because it can change the texture. Refrigerated gummies stay chewy and fresh.
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Keto Gummies
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 2 tbsp gelatin
- 1/2 cup hot water
- 1-2 packets sugar-free drink mix
Instructions
- Put the cold water in a small bowl. Sprinkle the gelatin on top. Let it bloom for five minutes.
- Add the hot water and drink mix to the bloomed gelatin. Stir until both dissolve. Taste. Add more drink mix if needed.
- Pour into a gummy mold. Refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or until set.
Notes
Nutrition
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Originally Published July 8, 2016. Revised and Republished July 17, 2026.
This looks so good! It would be fun to make with kids!
Is it possible to replace the true lemon packets with something else for more flavor variety? Also, I have some gummy bear molds on the way for my gummies. Going to try this recipe first 🙂
They have a lot of different flavors of the lemonade and limeade. Any sugar free drink mix should work. I have a few other gummy recipes too: https://joyfilledeats.com/?s=Gummies
Can you substitute the limeade for sugar free jello mix? I’m diabetic and I don’t eat any sugar. I noticed that the limeade listed stevia and sugar under its ingredients. Thanks 🙂
I don’t use sugar free jello because it has aspartame. The True Lime packs have 1 gram of sugar. This entire recipe (12 servings) uses 4. If you want to make a jello mix more firm I’m sure you could add extra gelatin but I haven’t tried.
How much gelatin would I use to make jello? Is it better to get the limeade or true lime and add stevia?
I’d use half the amount listed. I haven’t tried making these with true lime. It should work but I don’t know how much you would use.
Oh my gosh! I’m an adult, my children are grown, there are no kids here. I wanted something for dessert that would be a little sweet, light and low carb. These are GENIUS! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!!!
I can’t wait to try these. I use the true lime cherry thingy in my GGMS everyday and my kids are always wanting those. Do you think I could use some acv swapped with some of the water to give it an added health benefit?
I think so. As far as I know, the acid in the vinegar wouldn’t hinder the gelatin from setting.
Any ideas on how to make cinnamon gummies?
Yup! I have a cinnamon gummy recipe https://joyfilledeats.com/red-hot-cinnamon-gummies
These gummies are so cute and I love how easy it is to change up flavors. My kids are going to help me with this project since they will love making them and seeing how they come out of the molds!
A great recipe! Perfect for the kiddos. Thank you! 🙂
These were fantastic – I love how easy they were to make the kids helped me make some Lego sets which they enjoy taking in the lunch boxes to school.
I made them using ratio of 1 cup close to boiling water, 4 TBSP gelatin and 3 (3 gram) packets. The flavor, sweetness and firmness came out great! Used black cherry (liked that best of all), watermelon and peach lemonade. Thanks so much for the recipe!
I would give this recipe a freaking one hundred stars! It is so quick and so super easy to make! I need gelatin to get relief from joint pain especially in my hands! I make these and I put them in my hot tea! I know its crazy but I love the lemon flavor and the sweetness it gives my tea and I love the relief it gives my joints! Thanks so much for this recipe! You have helped me in so many ways!
I don’t have molds. Could I poor into a glass or metal pan and cut them after they’ve set?
yes that would work
Are these more like jello or gummy bears? Look for a gummy addiction replacement
They are more chewy than jello but less chewy than a store bought gummy bear. You can always add more gelatin to make them chewier but you end up being able to taste the gelatin. It’s a fine balance.
What kind of gelatin do you use?
I use Knox.
I made these and they were really good – but is there a way to reduce the amount of foam on the back? Some of my gummies were mostly foam. Thanks for your help!
You could just whisk by hand. Blending them does create more foam.