Pomegranate Agar Gummies
By the QuiteRecipes team (Jamy & Kaïna) | Food Service Professional, Early Childhood Expert & Parents
Vegan pomegranate gummies set with agar-agar, naturally tart and sweet fruit chews providing quick carbs for training or travel.
Vegan pomegranate gummies set with agar-agar, naturally tart and sweet fruit chews that bring quick carbs for training. They have real fruit flavor and none of the usual gelatin. Pocket-friendly fuel that tastes like candy.
🥄 Ingredients
- 🫗 1 cup (240ml) 100% pomegranate juice
- 🫗 1 tablespoon (15g) honey or agave syrup
- 🫗 1 teaspoon (3g) agar-agar powder
- 🫗 Pinch of fine sea salt
Nutrition Facts*
*Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients, brands and portion sizes. Values are provided per serving.
👨🍳 Instructions
Whisk the agar-agar powder into the cold pomegranate juice.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, whisking constantly.
Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until the agar is fully dissolved.
Stir in the sweetener and salt.
Pour into silicone molds and refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes until firm.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
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Adding agar that never boils, producing runny gummies that never set.
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Leaving the powder in lumps, which creates grainy white spots.
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Freezing the set gummies, which makes them weep and turn spongy.
🔄 Variations
Add a drop of rose water for a Turkish-delight aroma.
Use tart cherry juice for a deeper, more medicinal-tart chew.
Toss the finished gummies in a little citric acid for a sour-coating style.
🧊 Storage
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Keep them sealed in the fridge for up to 5 days.
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Do not freeze; chilling in the fridge is all agar needs.
💡 Chef Tips
Tip 1: Agar needs a proper simmer to set, so do not rush that minute.
Tip 2: Whisk constantly to stop lumps of powder from forming.
Tip 3: Silicone molds release agar gummies far more easily than metal ones.
❓ FAQ
Are these really vegan? Yes, agar-agar is a seaweed-based setting agent, and agave keeps it fully plant-based.
Why agar instead of gelatin? Agar sets at room temperature and holds a firmer, cleaner bite than gelatin.
How strong is the tang? Pure pomegranate juice keeps a lovely sourness that sugar alone cannot fake.
How long do they take to set? About 20 to 30 minutes in the fridge.
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About the Authors
This recipe and guide was developed, tested, and approved in our home kitchen and daily life. Jamy is a retired Food Service District Manager and Early Childhood Program Manager who spent his career overseeing multi-site restaurant operations, large-scale culinary production, and daycare menu management. Kaïna brings the ultimate real-world test: making sure it brings ease and joy to our kids on a busy weeknight.
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