“Maybe Christmas,” he thought, “doesn't come from a store.
Maybe Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more!” ~ Dr. Seuss | How the Grinch Stole Christmas
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Happy Christmas Eve
We're nearing the end of the holiday parties, big meals, peppermint chocolate treats, traffic to and from Target, and exhausted looking delivery people. I've been making pies for Christmas at Food at First today, setting aside a few slices for our mail carrier who, I'm sure will be knocking on our door around 6 (he's looking extra weary the past few days)
I'm also doing a bit of baking for the open houses we're going to tonight.
This year I've decided to take a week or so off from blogging — a chance to be fully present and enjoy the holidays. I'm hoping to spend time with friends and family (both near and far), and indulge in some festive fun.
Also, in the mix? Studying for my latest class, the world's longest nap, and a visit to see my grandson
The other night, as my husband threw a couple more logs into the fireplace, I couldn't help but think that children, grandchildren (and puppies) are a lot like watching fires. They're forever changing and shifting while bringing warmth into our homes. Certainly, not all is calm (nor are the nights silent), but they are bright indeed
Wishing you and yours the most wonderful of holiday seasons. May you enjoy many moments of peace, love, and
fuzzy slippers
I'm convinced these quirky, sugared, and boozy gummies should be a part of every holiday party.
They're easy to color, flavor, and shape in just about any way. There's also booze involved. They lend a striking dash of color to the table, and I love watching them shimmer and wink in the holiday lights
Left unadorned, they look like precious gems; or they can be transformed into sparkly crunchy treats by tossing them in sanding sugar just before serving
They're as fun to eat as they are to make
A few tips and tricks
To create the shapes. We had far better luck using a cookie cutter over, allowing them to set in a mold. Extracting gummies from the mold and keeping them pretty, didn't always go hand-in-hand
Toss them in sanding sugar just before serving. As they sit out, those tossed in sugar will slowly begin to liquefy.
This basic recipe makes two-tone grapefruit and pomegranate pink-and-red gummies. But you can sub in different liquids and liquors to make other pretty (and tasty) combinations.
With all of the different liquors in play, and only needing a small amount of each, it's a gift from the heavens to have neighbors with well-stocked liquor cabinets
Enjoy!
xoxo
ps: I'll be back on January 3rd, ready for another year of healthy recipes, and a few stories to share along the way
(Photo Credit: Feature Image – Bon Appetit)
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~ Adapted from Bon Appetit
Boozy Holiday Gummy Candies
Ingredients
- Grapefruit Layer
- ½ cup fresh grapefruit juice
- ⅓ cup honey (or light agave nectar)
- 3 Tbsp Campari
- 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp unflavored powdered gelatin
- Pomegranate Layer
- ½ cup pomegranate juice
- ¼ cup honey (or light agave nectar)
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp Grand Marnier
- 2 Tbsp unflavored powdered gelatin
- Sanding sugar, for serving; optional
Instructions
- Grapefruit Layer
- Combine grapefruit juice, honey, Campari, and lemon juice in a small saucepan.
- Sprinkle gelatin evenly over and let sit until gelatin is softened, 10–15 minutes.
- Cook over medium-low, stirring constantly until gelatin is dissolved and the mixture is translucent with no visible granules, about 4 minutes (do not boil)
- Strain into an 8½" x 4½" loaf pan; chill until firm (~ 30–40 minutes)
- Pomegranate Layer
- While grapefruit layer is chilling, combine pomegranate juice, honey, lemon juice, and Grand Marnier in a small saucepan.
- Sprinkle gelatin evenly over and let sit until gelatin is softened, 10–15 minutes.
- Cook over medium-low, stirring constantly until gelatin is dissolved and the mixture is translucent with no visible granules, about 4 minutes (do not boil).
- Let mixture cool slightly, then strain over set grapefruit layer and cover with plastic wrap.
- Chill gummy mixture until completely set, at least 3 hours.
- Run a small offset spatula around sides of pan to loosen candy, then gently peel away candy from the bottom (be careful not to tear it).
- Cut into 1" cubes or punch out into desired shapes with canapé or small cookie cutters.
- Toss candies in sanding sugar, if desired, just before serving
12 Comments
These will be perfect for NYE! I love the gourmet twist.
Love the festive gummy candies! So neat!
Best of luck studying for that class. Power to ya, lady! 🙂
Cheers,
Jen
These look so delicious and cute!
Just like grown-up jello shots! Nom.
These look like SO MUCH FUN! I’ve tried making gummy candy before, but never boozy gummy candy. This would be a lot of fun for New Year’s Eve! Thank you!
Yummm! I love boozy treats! And these seem more sophisticated than jello shots. Love it!
Ummm…these sound amazing!! I don’t know that I’ll get around to doing something like this for our New Year’s party, but definitely bookmarking for future culinary adventures! 🙂
I have always wanted to try making these! They look so fun!
xx,
Amanda
This is very cool! I used to make jello shots for almost every occasion. These look even better!
I’ve been seeing this around a lot and i think it’s a fun way to enjoy alcohol especially for the younger generation. It’s quite easy to do as well. Someone would simply leave a bunch of gummy bears in vodka overnight and that’s it.
I would love to make these but as a a vegetarian what would you recommend to set the gummies? Who doesn’t love candy after all!
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