Description
Homemade Bubble Gum is a fun and easy way to make your own chewy, stretchy gum at home! Using simple ingredients like gum base, powdered sugar, and corn syrup, you can create a customizable, flavorful bubble gum that’s perfect for kids and adults alike. Add your favorite flavor and color to create a one-of-a-kind treat that you can chew, stretch, and blow bubbles with.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup gum base (can be found at candy supply stores or online)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
- 2 tablespoons corn syrup
- 1 tablespoon glycerin (optional, for added softness)
- 1/2 teaspoon citric acid (optional, for a tangy flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon flavoring (like strawberry, mint, or any desired flavor extract)
- Food coloring (optional, for vibrant gum)
- 1 tablespoon warm water (for melting the gum base)
Instructions
- Melt the Gum Base:
- In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the gum base and warm water. Stir occasionally until the gum base is fully melted, which should take about 5-7 minutes. Be sure to watch closely and avoid overheating.
- Mix in the Corn Syrup and Glycerin:
- Once the gum base is melted, add the corn syrup and glycerin (if using) to the mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Add Flavor and Color:
- Add your flavoring of choice (such as strawberry, cherry, or mint extract) and food coloring (if desired). Stir until the flavor and color are evenly incorporated.
- Incorporate Powdered Sugar:
- Slowly add the powdered sugar, about a tablespoon at a time, to the gum mixture while stirring continuously. The mixture will start to thicken and become dough-like. Once it’s cool enough to handle, knead the mixture with your hands until it becomes a smooth and pliable gum dough.
- Knead and Stretch the Gum:
- Sprinkle some powdered sugar on your work surface and continue to knead the gum for 5-10 minutes, stretching and folding it to ensure it’s fully smooth and no longer sticky. If the gum feels too sticky, add more powdered sugar as needed.
- Shape the Bubble Gum:
- Once the gum is smooth and stretchy, divide it into small pieces and roll each piece into a ball or shape it as desired. You can roll it into a thin log and cut it into small pieces for individual portions.
- Let it Cool and Set:
- Allow the bubble gum to cool completely before chewing. Store any leftover gum in an airtight container or plastic wrap to keep it fresh.
- Enjoy:
- Once the gum has cooled and set, it’s ready to chew! Blow bubbles, stretch it, and enjoy the homemade goodness.
Notes
- Be cautious when melting the gum base as it can get very hot.
- The flavor of homemade bubble gum can be customized to your liking by adjusting the amount of flavoring and food coloring. You can use fruit extracts, mint, or even bubble gum flavoring if available.
- The addition of citric acid can help enhance the tanginess of the gum and create a more traditional sour bubble gum taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of bubble gum
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0g