Are you ready to make a super easy batch of gummies? This easy, no-fail recipe for cannabis gummies made with tincture is the perfect recipe for delicious CBD or THC gummies that can be made with an alcohol-based tincture, full-extract cannabis oil (FECO or RSO), or other cannabis concentrates like distillate, shatter, or wax.
Table of Contents
- Recipe Features
- Why You Will Love This Recipe
- What You’ll Need
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Storage Instructions
- How To Air Dry Cannabis Gummies
- Alternate Infusion Options
- Gummies Made with Alcohol-Based Tincture
- Gummies Made with FECO or RSO
- Gummies Made with Cannabis Concentrates
- Cannabis Gummies Made with Tincture or FECO/RSO Recipe
- Frequently Asked Questions
- More Recipes You Will Love
Recipe Features
- A tried and true recipe with over 150+ 5-star reviews
- Easily customizable to feature any color or flavor you want
- Can be made with an alcohol-based tincture, FECO, RSO, or other concentrates like distillate or dabs
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Why You Will Love This Recipe
With so many gummy recipes available, each with different instructions and methods, I know it can get overwhelming trying to pick the perfect one.
I want you to know that it is most important for you to choose a recipe based on what products you already have to work with.
If you have an alcohol-based cannabis tincture like the Green Dragon or Golden Dragon (QWET) tincture, FECO/RSO, or any other type of cannabis concentrate, this is the recipe for you!
If you don’t have a tincture like QWET, other concentrates, or are looking for an alternative recipe, I also have these different gummy recipes available:
- Easy Homemade CBD Gummies
- Cannabis Gummies made with Oil or Butter
- How to Infuse Store-Bought Gummies with Tinctures
It is important to note that gummy taste and texture preferences are subjective, which is why I recommend you try this recipe with *non* cannabis-infused products first.
By following these easy directions, you can create a delicious cannabis gummy with perfect texture and consistency without separation or sweating.
What You’ll Need
- 1 cup water – Divided into two ½ cups. You can use water or juice. Just know that when you use juice, you increase the opportunity for the gummies to mold.
- ¾ ounces unflavored gelatin – For this recipe, we will use ¾ ounces of gelatin, equivalent to 3 Knox packs. This recipe will not work without the addition of gelatin
- ½ cup tincture or 1mL concentrate – An alcohol-based tincture, FECO/RSO, or other cannabis concentrates like distillate. If starting with an alcohol tincture, you will want to evaporate the alcohol first.
- ½ teaspoon lecithin – Optional, as these gummies don’t separate like the oil-based ones. If you have it, you can use liquid lecithin. If you skip this ingredient, your gummies will be fine, as we only use a small bit of concentrate
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice – or mold inhibitor; see notes below.
- 3 ounces flavored gelatin – This is equivalent to one small box. Any flavor you want. Note that flavored gelatin typically comes in a few different package sizes: 0.3 ounces, 3 ounces, and 6 ounces. For this recipe, we will be using one 3-ounce package
- 10 drops flavoring oils – Available in a wide variety of flavors, these oils can help mask the cannabis taste and make the flavor pop
Note: A complete list of ingredients with amounts and printable instructions is located on the recipe card below.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Step 1 – Evaporate the alcohol from your tincture, if needed. Prepare your workstation. Gather your equipment and measure out your ingredients.
- Step 2 – In a small bowl, add ½ cup of the water or juice. Stir the unflavored gelatin into the liquid. Set aside to bloom.
- Step 3 – Prepare a double boiler. Once near boiling, turn to low and simmer.
- Step 4 – Add the FECO or concentrate and lecithin (if using). Allow the oil to melt. Turn off the heat and set it aside while working on the next step.
- Step 5 – Bring the remaining water or juice to a boil in a separate pan.
- Step 6 – Add the mold inhibitor and the flavored gelatin. Mix well to dissolve, then turn off the heat.
- Step 7 – Pour the gelatin mixture into the double boiler containing the oil and lecithin. Whisk well.
- Step 8 – Add the reserved bowl of bloomed gelatin to the double boiler.
- Step 9 – Add the flavoring oil drops.
- Step 10 – Whisk vigorously for 3-5 minutes.
- Step 11 – With a pipette or squeeze bottle, add the gummy mixture to your molds of choice.
- Step 12 – Allow the molds to sit and set for at least 30 minutes before removing the gummies from the wells.
- Step 13 -Remove the gummies from the molds.
- Step 14 – If air drying, place the gummies in a single later on a wire baking rack. Allow the gummies to dry at room temperature for 24-72 hours. *See air drying notes below.
- Step 15 – If you plan to add sugar or citric acid to your gummies, do so after they have been fully air-dried. Do not try to do this immediately after they come out of the molds; they will melt.
- Step 16 – Store in an airtight container and enjoy!
Note: complete step-by-step printable instructions are located in the recipe card below.
Storage Instructions
Once removed from the gummy molds, you can choose to either air-dry these gummies or simply store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
How To Air Dry Cannabis Gummies
While it’s an extra step, many people prefer to air dry their gummies for enhanced texture, less moisture, and better shelf stability.
To successfully air dry or cure the cannabis gummies, you first need to remove them from the molds.
Once free from the molds, you can place them on a wire baking rack, parchment paper, or a paper towel. Allow these gummies to dry at room temperature for 12-72 hours.
The time frame is your choice and is based on your preferred texture and consistency. Try one every few hours to find what you like best.
Many people will drape a piece of cheesecloth over the gummies to prevent any contaminants from falling on them. If you do this, ensure you are using a breathable fabric.
If you have a food dehydrator available, you can place the gummies to speed up the process.
Note: If you use a food dehydrator to dry your gummies, you must ensure it does not use heat. Any low-temperature dehydrators (~90°) will cause your gummies to melt.
Finally, some people prefer to lightly dust their air-dried gummies with a small amount of cornstarch to remove any last bits of moisture.
Alternate Infusion Options
Below I will go over all of the infusion options that will work with this recipe in detail, including the pros and cons of each.
Gummies Made with Alcohol-Based Tincture
A favorite option for making these gummies is to use a cannabis-infused alcohol tincture.
Using a tincture for your infusion will result in a more clear gummy that is less dense and more jiggly than a gummy made with coconut oil.
Making a cannabis tincture is fairly straightforward and requires just decarbed cannabis and high-proof grain alcohol.
If you haven’t made a cannabis tincture yet, get my Green dragon instructions or Golden dragon instructions.
You will need to have this ready before starting the gummy-making process.
You will then want to evaporate the alcohol in your tincture, leaving you with FECO or full-extract cannabis oil.
Gummies Made with FECO or RSO
Full-extract cannabis oil, also known as FECO or RSO, is the tincture mentioned above that has had all of the alcohol already evaporated off.
Yes, you can safely evaporate the alcohol off of an alcohol tincture to make full-extract cannabis oil.
It does not matter if you start this process with a tincture or FECO.
Just remember that already-made FECO is more concentrated and potent than a cannabis tincture that still contains alcohol.
Gummies Made with Cannabis Concentrates
Just like FECO or RSO is a cannabis concentrate, there are many other types of cannabis concentrates on the market today.
From distillate or CO2 oil to shatter or wax, all can be used in place of FECO for this recipe.
You will want to ensure that your concentrate is decarbed first if needed. If you’re unsure, you can first check out my concentrate guide here.
How much you will add is up to you and your personal tolerance and dosage preferences. 1mL or 1 gram is a good place to start.
Cannabis Gummies Made with Tincture or FECO/RSO
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup water or juice divided
- ¾ ounce unflavored gelatin or 3 Knox packs
- ½ cup cannabis alcohol tincture or 1mL FECO/RSO/cannabis concentrate
- ½ teaspoon liquid lecithin optional
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice or mold inhibitor *see notes below
- 3 ounces flavored gelatin or 1 small box
- 10 drops Lorann super-strength flavoring oils or more if desired
Instructions
- If you haven't already, evaporate the alcohol from your cannabis tincture. Directions below, if needed. While doing this, gather your equipment and measure out your ingredients. Place your gummy molds on baking trays, so they don't flop when being moved.
- In a small bowl, add ½ cup of water or juice. Stir the unflavored gelatin into the liquid. This is called blooming the gelatin. The mixture will become very thick. Set aside.
- Next, prepare a double boiler by putting one cup of water in the bottom pan over medium-high heat. Once boiling, turn the heat to low and let simmer.
- Add the reduced tincture, prepared FECO/RSO, or other concentrate and the lecithin (if using) to the top of the double boiler. Allow the mixture to warm slightly. Turn off the heat while working on the next step.
- In a separate small saucepan on the stove, add the remaining ½ cup of water or juice. Turn the heat to medium-high and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, add the lemon juice or mold inhibitor and the flavored gelatin packet to the hot liquid. Whisk well to dissolve. Turn off the heat.
- Carefully and slowly pour the flavored gelatin mix into the double boiler with the reduced tincture/FECO and lecithin. Whisk consistently until all ingredients are incorporated.
- Take the reserved bowl of bloomed gelatin and add it to the double boiler.
- Add your desired amount for flavoring oil drops.
- Whisk vigirously for 3-5 minutes. You can use an immersion blender to speed up the process if desired.
- Working quickly, using a squeeze bottle, pipette or piston funnel, add the gummy mixture to your gummy molds of choice.
- Allow the filled molds to sit and set for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or in the refrigerator before attempting to remove the gummies from the molds.
- Carefully remove the gummies from the molds. Decide whether you want to store them in the fridge immediately or allow them to air dry.
- If air drying, place the gummies in a single later on a wire baking rack. Allow the gummies to dry at room temperature for 24-72 hours, depending on your texture preferences. *See air drying notes below.
- If you plan to add sugar or citric acid to your gummies, do so after they have been fully air dried. Do not try to do this immediately after they come out of the molds, they will melt.
- Store in an airtight container and enjoy!
Notes
- Run a test batch first: I recommend you make one *non-infused* test batch of gummies before trying with your actual infusion to ensure you like the process, taste, and consistency of the final product. This ensures no good stuff gets wasted.
- Evaporate the alcohol: Take extreme caution when evaporating the alcohol from a tincture as the fumes are flammable. Ensure proper ventilation and common-sense safety measures are in place. If you are using a gas stove, check out these alternative safe evaporation options. Be sure to sway from an open flame. Allow at least 75% of the alcohol to evaporate from the tincture before using in this recipe. The tincture will significantly reduce in volume, leaving a sticky black oil known as FECO.
- Using other concentrates: If you are using cannabis concentrates instead of FECO/RSO, check this guide first to see if the concentrate needs to be decarbed.
- Unflavored gelatin: If you want an extra firm gummy, use 1¼ ounce (5 Knox packs) of gelatin.
- Lecithin: Optional, as these gummies don’t separate like the oil-based ones. If you have it, you can use liquid lecithin. If you skip this ingredient, your gummies will be fine as we are only using a small bit of concentrate.
- Mold inhibitors: You can also use LorAnn Mold Inhibitor or potassium sorbate in place of the lemon juice for longer shelf stability.
- When air drying: Humidity will cause an issue of oil sweating if you are air-drying your gummies, especially if they are made with MCT oil. If you use a food dehydrator to dry your gummies, you must ensure it does not use heat.
Nutrition
Frequently Asked Questions
You can add as much or as little FECO or RSO as you’d like depending on your tolerance and preferences. Remember, FECO/RSO can be very potent; even just 1mL may be a lot to start with, so be sure to taste-test carefully and slowly. If you want them super strong, you can add more, up to 5mL. The mL volume is so small it doesn’t make a difference in the recipe’s texture.
Once removed from the gummy molds, you can choose to either air-dry these gummies or simply store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
If you don’t plan on air drying or consuming your gummies within two weeks, you can easily freeze them. Freezing gummies does not alter their potency and, in fact, may even help preserve potency over time.
Yes! We made these gummies with sugar-free flavored gelatin, which turned out fine. Swap a 0.3oz packet of sugar-free gelatin for the traditional 3-ounce packet of regular gelatin.
Yes, but only after they have been cured or air-dried for at least 24 hours. If you try to coat them in sugar before air drying, they will melt and turn into a wet, soupy mess.
You can create a makeshift one by placing a heat-safe bowl over a pot of simmering water. This DIY method works like a charm for gentle heating without direct contact.
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Emily, I saw the question from a person wanting to make rootbeer flavored gummies. You said she could just use unflavored gelatin. My question is, when she uses only unflavored “Knox” gelatin, you are not just leaving out flavoring (which I understand) but also leaving out any sweetener. Should sugar or an another sweetener but added?
Great question, Ginger! If you’re using unflavored gelatin, you’ll need to add a sweetener like sugar, honey, or another option to balance the flavor UNLESS the flavoring you’re using is already sweetened. It’s all about personal preference and taste!
Excited to try this recipe! My question is about how many mg of THC would be in 1. I have 1 g of RSO from a dispensary. It says it is 75.37% THC. If the above recipe makes 100 gummys, how much would I use to have 5 mg in each one? Thank you in advance!
Thank you for reaching out, Susan! I’m so happy to hear you’re excited to try the recipe. Based on the information you shared, if your RSO is 75.37% THC, that means 1 gram of it contains approximately 753.7 mg of THC. Since you want each gummy to have 5 mg of THC and the recipe makes 100 gummies, you’ll need a total of 500 mg of THC for the entire batch. To calculate how much RSO to use, simply divide 500 mg by 753.7 mg, which equals about 0.66 grams of RSO. Measuring this out carefully should give you the desired dosage per gummy. I hope this helps, and please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any more questions or need additional tips!
Love this recipe but im having trouble with mould…. Im air drying them for 24 hours.. they are dry to touch but as soon as they go into a container within 2 days they have fur on them 😭
Thank you so much for reaching out, Jess! I’m so happy you’re enjoying the recipe, but I completely understand how frustrating mold issues can be! Are you using a mold inhibitor like potassium sorbate? It can really help with shelf stability. Also, be sure to use distilled water and sterilize all your cooking tools to reduce the chance of unwanted growth. You might also want to try drying them a little longer—or consider adding a food-grade desiccant packet to the container to absorb any moisture. I hope this helps! 😊
In questions it says for sugar free use 0.3 ounces instead of 3.0, do you still use the same amount of unflavored gelatin the recipe calls for? 3 to 0.3 is a big difference and I want to get it right. I used the original recipe with regular strawberry gelatin in the MBM magic gummy machine ( without “good stuff “) and it worked perfectly. Thanks, and I appreciate all your hard work and knowledge.
Thanks so much for your comment and great question, Paul! Yes, if you’re using sugar-free gelatin and reducing it from 3.0 ounces to 0.3 ounces, you will still use the same amount of unflavored gelatin as the recipe calls for. The change in flavored gelatin doesn’t affect the unflavored gelatin ratio, as it’s crucial for setting the gummies properly. I’m so glad to hear the original recipe worked perfectly for you in the MBM Magic Gummy Machine! Let us know if you have any other questions, and thank you for your kind words! 😊
Great hack for making gummies is using a Pyrex glass (heat safe) measuring cup in your water bath. Measure, add, heat, stir & pour all from the same vessel. When pouring into molds If the gummy mix starts to get cooler & thick. Put the cup right back in water bath & heat up w stirring till it thins. Continue pouring.
Love a pair of oven gloves for this as the cup is HOT. Little battery op whisker is super to do the stirring. Makes process so much easier w less mess & waste😎
Thank you for sharing such a brilliant hack, Kris! I love the idea of using a Pyrex measuring cup and a little battery whisk for an easier, mess-free process. And oven gloves — such a smart tip for safety! I’m sure this will be super helpful to others, too. Thanks again for contributing!
Hi there! I see in another comment you say you can absolutely use an unflavored gelatin with more drops – do you happen to have an idea of what sort of ratio/other products I would need? My husband has requested root beer flavored gummies, which sounds fun (and I already have to LoAnn drops!) but I don’t want to mess up the important parts. Thanks so much for this easy to follow recipe – genuinely! Most seem pretty overwhelming but I made a test batch (without the “good stuff”) last week and they came out perfect as raspberry gummies.
Hi Mary! Root beer gummies sound amazing! You can definitely use unflavored gelatin — try starting with 1 tablespoon of gelatin per 1 cup of liquid and adjust the flavor with your LoAnn drops to taste. So glad you enjoyed the recipe, and I’m thrilled your test batch turned out great. Happy gummy-making! 😊
How much potassium sorbate? 1 tsp?
Hi Ruby. The amount of potassium sorbate you need will depend on the batch size and how long you want to preserve your gummies.Typically, 1/2 to 1 teaspoon per batch is a common guideline. Check the packaging instructions for exact measurements based on your recipe size. Happy gummy making!
How many gummies does this recipe make?
Lisa, I’m so happy you reached out with this question! 😊 To figure out how many gummies your recipe will produce, you’ll first need to check how many milliliters each gummy mold holds. Once you know that, divide the total liquid (10 fluid ounces, which equals about 295.7 mL) into your mold’s capacity. This will give you the total number of gummies you’ll get from the batch.For example, if you have a 1mL tiny gummy bear mold, you will make approximately 297 gummies. If your old is bigger, it will make less gummies.
3/4 oz is 22ml . 1 pack of knox is 15 ml. 3 packs are 45ml. please make sense of this for me.
Thank you for reaching out with your question 😊 I think your confusion arises from trying to compare volume measurements to weight measurements, which is why it doesn’t work correctly. While fluid ounces and milliliters both measure volume, when you switch to weighing ingredients, particularly dry ones like Knox, you’ll need to use units like grams or ounces (by weight). This distinction is important in ensuring that you achieve the desired results in your recipes.
I’m hoping you can help me. My sunflower lecithin (liquid) doesn’t dissolve. In powder form it clumps and won’t dissolve. Do you have any advice? With my last batch of gummies it seems that the feco isn’t binding. Some of them are super strong and others are complete duds. We mix for a long time. There must be a tip. TIA
Thank you for reaching out, Cathie! 🌻 For your sunflower lecithin, try mixing it well with your liquids before combining it with other ingredients. If you’re using the powdered form, try adding it to the warm liquid gradually while whisking to help it dissolve better. As for your gummies, heating your FECO slightly before incorporating it, this should help with binding. I hope this helps!
Emily- I have been making my ,Iguess, Green Dragon for a few years. I use 190 Proof Everclear. after I make it my tinture is almost dark brown/green. Its not apretty golden/yellow like in photos of your tincture. Then when I use it to make gummies I can hardly stand the taste. It’s like “white gas”, they are terrible but of course a person puts up with it!! Sometimes one has to “Take the Bitter with the Sweet”. Would the flavoring you sell help with this issue/
Please advise as to tincture color and gummy flavor
Thanks
Mark Anderson
Hi Mark. The color of your tincture, turning dark brown/green, is due to the significant amount of chlorophyll from the plant material, along with the cannabinoids. This is a common outcome and not necessarily a sign of something gone wrong. However, if you’re aiming for a lighter, golden/yellow hue similar to the photos, consider reducing the soaking time. Each plant provides a different amount of chlorophyll and can vary across different varieties.
Regarding the taste, especially when making gummies, it’s true that high-proof alcohol tinctures can have a strong, sometimes unpleasant flavor. We do recommendLorAnn’s flavoring options to help mask this taste. Adding these flavorings can transform your gummies from something you have to “put up with” into a more enjoyable treat. You can find assorted options here: https://amzn.to/3Wpxfkl.
I hope these suggestions help, Mark. Please feel free to reach out if you have any more questions or need further advice.
I love all your recipes and have tried a bunch of them! I keep kosher though and have been struggling to find flavored gelatin, only unflavored gelatin. Can I just substitute the flavored for the same amount of unflavored and compensate with more flavoring? Or is there anything else significant about using both flavored and unflavored gelatin?
Hey there, Taylor, thank you for trying out so many of my recipes, I’m so happy you’re enjoying them! Yes, you can use all unflavored gelatin and then just compensate with more flavoring with something else. Some people use Mio liquid drops or packet mixes like Koolaid. The flavored gelatin is really just more for flavor and color 🙂 Keep experimenting and happy cooking! 🍴
Thank you Dr. Emily, I wonder if you could post the THC/CBD strength formula so I can figure out how strong my gummies are. My Green Dragon tincher was made with about 150 proof Alcohol and later I found some Everclear 190 proof in Arizona. My T-Check tested my home grown cannabis flower at 23.6 and my tincher at 9.2 ml. So, is this formula correct? Tincher strength 9.2 X 236.59 a cup which is 2176.628. This number is decided by the number of Gummies you have let’s say 200. Which equals 10.8831 ml per Gummy. I hope this math is the correct formula.
Hey there, Carl! It’s great to see you are being so precise with your measurements. Here is a link to my edible dosage calculator here so you can cross-check and see if it’s the same. Enjoy experimenting with your gummies. 🌿
What can be used in place of a double boiler, I don’t have one.
Thanks
Hey Barb! No problem, you can create a makeshift one by placing a heat-safe bowl over a pot of simmering water. This DIY method works like a charm for gentle heating without direct contact. Happy cooking! 🍲🌟
Hi there! I’m curious about using both flavored oils and flavored gelatin. Say you want to use peach flavored drops. Do you then seek out a peach flavored gelatin? Or is it really just about blending two different flavors between the oils and the gelatin? Thanks!
Hi Rama! Great question about flavor combinations for cannabis gummies. When using flavored oils, like peach, pairing it with the same flavored gelatin can intensify the desired taste. However, experimenting with blending different flavors can lead to unique and delightful results. It’s really about your preference and the taste experience you’re aiming for. Happy experimenting!
Do I do anything different with a distillate dart?
This is my first time making edibles so I just wanted to check and make sure the recipe steps are still the same with just a distillate dart.
Thank you.
Hi Chris. The process remains the same when using a distillate dart for this recipe, so follow the steps as you normally would. Enjoy your cooking! 🧑🍳
Hi
Thank you for all the great info. I have afriend who wants to use alcohol tincture to make gummies. I saw your recipe he would like to know if he should evaporate off the half cup of tincture or evaporate enough of the tincture to leave him a half cup to use in the gummies
Hi Karen. How much is evaporated off from the tincture is a matter of preference. The more you evaporate, the stronger the tincture will be, which will make the gummies stronger as well. I hope this helps!
Can I use powder lecithin ?
Hey James, yes, you can 🙂
Can you substitute the flavored oils with something else or omit them!
Love your recipe I just made 3 batches of tincture, still not sure if I should use the straight tincture or reduce it though. I’m so excited but scared doing this cause I can’t afford to fail .
Hi there, Hyatt! The flavored oils are a key component in enhancing the taste of the gummies. If you omit them, you might find the gummies a bit flavorless. Some people have reported successfully used liquid or powder drink mixes as a substitute! As for the tincture, reduced can works best, the alcohol is going to be reduced anyway, and it’s easier to get it done ahead of time. Remember, experimenting is part of the fun, and while it can feel a bit daunting, every step you take is progress. And I’m here to help guide you along the way.
Can you use coconut oil instead of lethicin.?
Hi there Hyatt, thank you for your question! 😊 While both coconut oil and lecithin have their unique roles in cooking and health, they aren’t interchangeable. Lecithin acts as an emulsifier, helping ingredients mix that would otherwise separate. Coconut oil doesn’t have this property. I hope this clarifies things for you, but feel free to reach out if you have any more questions!
Hi Emily,
Can you tell me the yield/how many gummies this recipe makes? I’m using the same gummy bear mold you’re using. Debating on if I need to double this recipe or not. Thanks!
Hello Polo. This recipe makes approximately 1o ounces, or 295mL. If you’re using the 1mL gummy bear molds, it will make approximately 295 bears. I hope this helps 🙂
Hello I would like to clarify the process to reduce the alcohol from the tincture. The note says to reduce by 75% and can be done while you set up the workstation. How is this process different to reducing your tincture in advance to FECO which seems to take 2-3 hours for 1/2 cup? What am I missing? It seems that either way you have to use 1ml of FECO which would mean preparing well in advance? Is there a gummy recipe that uses unevaporated alcohol based tinctures? Thankyou
Hello Dawn, Great questions! When we talk about reducing the alcohol from the tincture by 75%, it’s a process that can happen quickly or slowly, depending on the method you choose and how much heat you use. The goal here is to lessen the alcohol content before starting the recipe, in any manner you choose. Some evaporation will occur during the cooking process, but as for using unevaporated alcohol-based tinctures in gummies, it’s typically not recommended due to the taste and texture it can impart. However, I understand everyone’s needs are different, so feel free to experiment!
i havent made it yet, but the recipe calls for 1/2 cup of the tincture or 1ml of feco, im confused, do i need to make my tincture into feco or can i just add the 1/2 of tincture straight to the recipe?
Hi Josh. You can add tincture directy when the recipe calls for it. The alcohol will evaporate as you follow through with the steps that follow. Happy gummy-making!
Hello,
Is there a vegan gummy recipe alternative to gelatin ingredients, and how to make them?
Thank you.
Hi Marisol. We’ve tried (and failed) so many times with vegan gummies 🙁 We just can’t find a recipe that feels “right.” If you come across a good one, please let us know!
I’ve used this recipe twice and both times I end up getting a thin result before adding to the molds and they never setup very well and even shrink up when drying over night. I feel like I’m following the recipe to a T, any advice?
Hi Corey. Thank you for trying out our recipe and reaching out for help. I’m sorry to hear that you’re experiencing some difficulties, but we’re here to help! There could be a few reasons why your gummies are turning out thin and not setting up well. Here are some pointers that might help:
Gelatin Quantity: Make sure you’re using the correct amount of gelatin. For this recipe, we use ¾ ounces unflavored gelatin and 3 ounces flavored gelatin. If you’re using different brands or types of gelatin, the ratio might vary.
Bloom Time: It’s crucial to give the unflavored gelatin enough time to bloom in the water or juice before you add it to the hot mixture. This process helps to ensure a proper set.
Mixing: Whisk the mixture well to ensure all the gelatin is fully dissolved. Any undissolved gelatin can lead to a less firm gummy.
Setting Time: Allow the gummies to set in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before removing from the molds. If they’re still soft, you can leave them in a bit longer.
Drying: If your gummies are shrinking when drying, it might be due to excess moisture. Try patting the gummies dry with a paper towel before air drying. Also, ensure they are completely cool before starting the drying process.
It’s important to remember that making gummies can take a bit of trial and error to get them just right. Don’t get discouraged if the first few batches aren’t perfect. With a little patience and practice, you’ll get there!
I hope these tips help improve your next batch. Let me know how it goes, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have more questions. We’re here to support you in your cannabis cooking journey!
Looks easy enough to follow. Look forward to advancing to the next stage.
Friends have uesd it and they came out very well.
Hi Fred. It’s great to hear that our recipe seems easy to follow and we’re looking forward to you progressing to the next stage! It’s even better to know that your friends have made these gummies and achieved excellent results. If you need any help along the way, don’t hesitate to email us for a quicker response. Happy gummy-making!
I am excited to give this a try but I am unclear of one aspect. If the recipe calls for 1/2 cup of tincture or 1 ml of FECO and I use the concentrated version do you need to add the 1/2 of fluid in some other way? Or is there only 1 cup of liquid total?
Thank you
Hi Kris. The alcohol is evaporated off from the tincture at the start of the recipe, so there is no need for the difference in liquid if FECO is used. I hope this helps! Happy gummy making!
My first go at making gummies was a great success !
Made strawberry flavored hearts and skull shapes ! Used green dragon tincture !
Got really really high cause I think I ate too many. Lost count after about 6 !
Passed out in my chair around 7:30 or so and slept till 5:30 without waking once ! Best night sleep I had in years !!
I’m type two and pushin 64 soon !
Lots of health issues in past !
Post cancer surgery survivor !
I actually liked that more than smoking !
Effects last way longer and can be extremely strong so all please BEWARE !!
And by all means enjoy !!
Hi Darrell. Wow, it sounds like your first attempt at making gummies was a smashing success! It’s great to hear that you enjoyed the effects of the gummies. Many people find that edibles provide a longer-lasting and more potent experience compared to smoking. Plus, it’s fantastic that you had a restful night’s sleep! Keep enjoying your cannabis journey and feel free to share more of your adventures!
Hey I was wondering what kind of molds you use and how much yield each of these batches makes?
Hi Mackenzie. This recipe makes a total of 10 fluid ounces, which is 295ml’s. Depending on the size of the molds is how many gummies you will get from each. If you have 1ml molds, you’ll get 295 gummies. Here are a couple of molds we recommend with different sizes: 1ml gummy bear molds – 7.4ml pot leaf molds – 2.1ml pot leaf molds. I hope you find this helpful! Happy gummy making!
Recipe looks good and easy. Just a beginner, my sis has a machine to make the tincture. I will definitely try this recipe. TY
Hi Lavaun! Thanks for checking out the recipe. As a beginner, it’s awesome that your sister has a machine to make the tincture, and I’m glad you’re planning to give this recipe a try. Enjoy and let us know how it turns out!
I have some feco I made awhile back sitting in my freezer. Can I double boil a small amount of refined coconut oil to meld the feco and powdered lecithin together? I am afraid the feco alone will stick in my double boiler as it is not a non stick pan. Great site and thank you.
Hi Brendan. Do you happen to have any high-proof alcohol that you can use instead of the coconut oil? We have not experimented with what you’re asking, but if you are using a tiny bit of coconut oil just to prevent from sticking, it shouldn’t throw off the recipe by much so you should be good! Let us know how it works out for you!
When adding the citric acid after they dry completely do u have to spray with a mist of water to get citric acid to stick??
Hi Jenn. Yes, a light mist of water can help the citric acid to adhere better to the surface of the gummies, but be sure to apply the citric acid shortly after you spray the gummies with water. You don’t want the water to fully evaporate before adding the citric acid, or it might not stick as well. Too much water could cause the gummies to become too moist and potentially melt faster so just a light mist will do the trick!
And one more thing: make sure your gummies are completely dry before adding citric acid. If they’re still a bit sticky or wet from the molding process, the water and citric acid will create a gooey mess. I hope this helps!
More question than comment. I used 1000mg of RSO. After combining all ingredients into the double boiler and stirring, and while filling my molds, I noticed a brown haze on top of the mixture. I assume this is the RSO maybe? I kept trying to whisk while also quickly filling molds but it kept appearing like an oil slick. Do you think my ratio per piece will be off? And also do you ever take into account loss of oils from final product? I assume there’s some, just didn’t know if you had any thoughts on percentage. Just made my first batch after doing a test run. Great recipe and thanks for sharing!!!
Hi Eric. Was this homemade or store-bought RSO (FECO)? Did you use lecithin? Lecithin helps blend the RSO evenly throughout the gummy mixture. Without lecithin and based on the oil-slick, it seems possible that there will be inconsistent dosing throughout each gummy. As for the loss of oils from the final product, there might be some minimal loss due to factors like adherence to the mixing bowl or molds. However, this is usually minor and shouldn’t significantly impact the overall potency of your batch. I hope this helps clarify things! Let us know if you have any other questions.
I followed the recipe however I am still getting a strong weed flavor. Any advice?
Hi Kat. I’m sorry to hear that your gummies still have a strong cannabis flavor. Here are a few suggestions that may help mask the taste:
Infuse with Strong Flavors: Consider using strong-flavored fruits. Citrus fruits like lemon or lime can be particularly effective at masking the cannabis taste.
Use a Different Strain: Different strains of cannabis can have different flavors. Some might be more earthy, while others might be more citrusy or fruity. Experimenting with different strains could help you find one with a flavor profile that you prefer.
Decarboxylate Properly: Make sure you’re decarboxylating your cannabis properly before using it. This process can help reduce the strong, raw cannabis flavor.
Use Less Cannabis: If the cannabis flavor is too overpowering, you might want to consider reducing the amount of cannabis you use in your recipe. You can always eat more gummies if you need to.
Use A Different Extraction Method: If you’re making your own tincture, FECO, or RSO, you might want to try a different extraction method. Some methods can result in a less potent cannabis flavor than others.
Taste preferences can vary widely, so don’t be discouraged if it takes a bit of trial and error to find the right balance for you. Happy cooking!
Why can’t you do your jello part in a pan then add the homemade tinture last to it
( alcohol evaporated off ) rite to the jello mixture & bloomed knox? instead of messing with the tinture thats sticky in the double boiler. If its already made/cooked why cook again? Ive done this recipe & the gummies melted no matter what I tried.
I also had to keep adding extra packages of knox unflavored. Last time I did it the tinture was sticking to the glass double broiler & would not stir but stuck to the glass.. Also I use 4 oz of top shelf pot to make my tincture why would you have to use a half cup. That seems like a lot. It would be my full 4oz of pot used to make that one batch of gummies. I thought mabe a TBsp or two tops for one batch of strong gummies. A rice grain size is the correct dose of Rso & my stuff for great effects. ( Sum up, can I add my tincture very last then whip it in?
ARE SUCKERS BETTER & EZIER TO MAKE & STORE BETTER? ←(no melting)
*Another Question:
I made green dragon with everclear but evaporated off the alcohol in the closet with a coffee filter over it rubbered band on. Its down to the sticky stuff now, how long will it stay good for. I just put the lid tightly covered in the frig crisper no humidity. Will it last indefinitely like green Dragon, like I read in a few places? Im confused whats correct. Dont want to loose the two I have made up. 2 diff jars with 4 oz each in them.
Hi M! To address your first concern, adding the tincture last to the jello mixture could potentially work. Warming the tincture helps to ensure that it blends evenly throughout the gummies.
If your gummies are melting, it may be due to a couple of different reasons; not mixing long enough or just too much humidity present during the drying process. You can remelt the separated gummies, add in extra gelatin and mix again. Also, ensuring your gummies are stored in a cool, dry place can prevent them from melting.
Regarding the quantity of tincture used, if you find a tablespoon or two sufficient for your needs, feel free to adjust the recipe accordingly.
As for making suckers, they are easier to store and less prone to melting. However, the process of making them can be a bit more complex as it involves working with hot sugar.
About your Green Dragon, if stored properly (cool, dark place), it should remain potent for quite some time, potentially several years. However, its quality might decrease over time. Always check for any signs of mold or unusual smells before using.
Remember, cooking with cannabis often involves a bit of trial and error. Feel free to experiment and adjust according to your personal preferences and needs. Happy cooking!
Hi Emily
I’m in Australia and love your site. Can I make gummies using decarbed buds crushed to powder instead of a concentrate?
Thanks Mark
Hi Mark. The ground cannabis will give your gummies a gritty texture and may not set properly. You can always try a small batch to see if you are pleased with the final results. Let us know what you try.
Thank you I am starting the tincture gummies today!
Hi Terri. Sending you good vibes for your gummy-making! Let us know how they turn out or if you have any questions along the way. ?
Hi there,
I wanted to try making some gummies with my medical cannabis oil. It’s 20mg per ml so how much would each gummie be if I used just 1 ml of my straight oil?
Thanks
Hi Robert. I’d love to help you with this, but I need more information. What size is each gummy in the molds you use, and how many gummies total does the mold make? This recipe makes roughly 10 ounces, or 300mL, giving you approximately 300 gummies from a 1mL mold. At this, each gummy would be 0.06mg if you use only 1ml of 20mg oil. To get the dosage of each gummy, take the total mg of cannabis in your recipe and divide it by the total number of gummies you are making. Make sense?
Should I still boil or heat up my tincture if I used vegetable glycerin for making gummies?
Hi Alan. Warming up the vegetable glycerin will make it easier to work with, but depending on what stage you’re adding it in, the gelatin still needs to be boiled. What ingredients did you swap out for the vegetable glycerin?
So far made this recipe twice with my mct oil mad with the “Blue Dream” I grew last summer. My doctor told me to grow my own because the industry is not regulated to check what chemicals they use to grow. I know my stuff is truly organic. Anyway my fiest batch were all sweaty the next morning and they never did stop and this batch isn’t as bad but I stirred it a bit too much. I just think canna/mct oil is difficult to prevent sweating so next batch will use organic coconut oil. I still have them drying on the counter and will leave them out to cure for a couple more days. Any advice appreciated!
Hi Mablake. There are a few reasons your gummies may be sweating when MCT oil is used; Not blooming the gelatin enough, getting the gelatin too hot, or not mixing enough. The most helpful advice I can give is to melt the gummies back down, add another packet of gelatin, and see if you can get them to firm back up. I hope this helps!
Hello, i am very happy to find you & your recipes,
I am not sure if i am missing something or if it matters, when using reduced feco with small quantity what makes up for not having the bulk of the 1/2 cup of organic coconut oil based cannaoil.
Thank you, keep up the great work, you have been a huge help to me
Jim
Hi Jim. For FECO gummies, you use more unflavored gelatin than you would in the oil-based gummies. Emily works hard to continuously improve the cannabis education she offers and it’s always rewarding to receive such wonderful feedback. ? Thank you!
I am looking to try this recipe out with a dry run and then with the FECO. I noticed everything ran about 2.5 to 5mg per gummy. Do you have any advice how could I elevate the mg per gummy with the same results?
Hi GH. For more mg per gummy, you must use additional FECO or FECO with a stronger potency. I hope this helps!
If I’m wanting more potent gummies am I able to just use half of the other ingredients with the 1ml of rso?
Hi Ginger. Yes, you can half the recipe and use 1ml of RSO. You can also double the RSO if you want to make the full batch.
Hi Ladies,
Can I use a .o3 oz. package of sugar free jello in place of the 3 oz. regular box?
Hi Karen. Absolutely! Simply swap the traditional 3oz packet of regular flavored gelatin for a 0.3oz packet of sugar-free gelatin. The weight difference comes from the lack of regular sugar.
Should the 1/2 cup water in steps 2 and 5 adjust for the 2x and 4x recipes?
Hi Red77. Thank you for asking. Yes, for #2 and #5, you’ll want to use half of what the recipe calls for. For 2 cups, you’ll use 1 cup in each step and for 4 cups, you’ll use 2 cups in each step. I hope this helps!
I made this yesterday using RSO, lecithin and Loranne mold inhibitor. I let them dry overnight. Today I noticed that every gummy had some crystallization on them. Almost like little snowflakes. Did I do something wrong? My last batch didn’t do this, but I didn’t use the mold inhibitor before. Thanks!
Hi Mary. Did you happen to boil the gelatin mixture? Boiling gelatin for too long will cause crystallization. It could also be that the flavored gelatin mixture didn’t completely dissolve, causing the sugar to crystallize at the end. If you don’t like your final product, you can melt down the gummies and re-pour into molds. I hope this helps!
I had about a half cup of canna sugar so I used that instead of tincture or feco. I used cranberry juice instead of water, black cherry Jello and a full teaspoon of Lorann black cherry flavor. It worked beautifully!!!!
Hi Tracie. Those actually sound really damn good! Thank you for sharing with us!
How could I make this recipe using powder lecithin?
Hi Jane. You’ll want to dissolve the powder into a tiny bit of water and then add into the double boiler with the concentrate you are using. However, these gummies don’t need lecithin because we’re using such a small bit of concentrate, so they’ll still turn out good if you skip the it. I hope this helps!
Is it really necessary to boil off the alcohol from your tincture
Hi Brodie. You should allow at least 75% of the alcohol to evaporate from the tincture for a few reasons. Alcohol can interfere with the setting properties of gelatin and gummies are made over high heat which is extremely dangerous as the alcohol fumes are highly flammable. I hope this helps!
I am trying your recipe today for the first time (slightly modified). Prior I was using a recipe that required cooked candy syrup and corn syrup, don’t need all that sugar. I normally use Guar Gum and citric acid in my recipe and I use 4 mil RSO. I believe one of those product are causing foaming when mixed, so half of my gummies have a foamy top. Have you experienced this problem?
Hi Randy. I had this problem two nights ago! The foam actually has to do with the mixing of the gelatin. If foam develops on top, you have stirred too much. You can simply skim off the foam from the top of the mix and slow down your stirring a bit. If you have already poured into molds, you can melt the gummies back down and repour if the foam is bothersome to you. I hope this helps!
Hi, can you advise measurements (such as tincture/gummy ratio, etc) by melting down store bought gummies?
Hi Tamie. 10oz of melted gummies with 1/2 cup of tincture is a good starting point. You’ll want to evaporate at least 75% of the alcohol before adding to any gummy mixture though. It will leave behind mostly FECO, which is a dark, sticky oil. You can add that directly in with the melted gummy mixture and whisk for about 5-10 minutes for even distribution of the FECO.
I have green dragon that I reduced 50% how much of this can I add to the recipe?
Hi Yvonne. The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of cannabis tincture, but at least 75% of the alcohol needs to be evaporated from that before using in this recipe. The tincture will significantly reduce in volume, leaving a sticky black oil known as FECO.
If I use 1 gram of rso with 800 mg thc and my molds are 2 ml how many mg will each gummy be
Hi Rob. 800mg will be the total batch strength and you should be able to get approximately 145 [2ml] gummies. Each gummy will be approximately 5.5mg.
If you get a different amount of gummies, just divide 800 by the amount of gummies you end up with and that’ll be the strength of each gummy.
Can I still use the alcohol based tincture without evaporating the alcohol to make the gummies?
Hi Tay. We don’t recommend it for a few reasons. Alcohol can interfere with the setting properties of gelatin and the final product may not be potent enough. Also, gummies are made over high heat which is extremely dangerous as the fumes are highly flammable. I hope this helps!
If I am not using flavored gelatin can I use unflavored in its place?
Hi Miranda. You can definitely use unflavored. I would recommend making a non-infused batch of gummies first to make sure you like the taste. You’re probably going to want to add additional flavor oils or juice. I hope this helps!
How many gummies does this recipe make? I am looking to make strong gummies I have 1 gram of shatter. 800 mg thc
Hi Andrea! This recipe makes roughly 10 ounces, or 300mL which would give you approximately 300 gummies from a 1mL mold. With 800mg THC, 300 1mL gummies, each gummy will be approximately 2.6mg each. If you’d like them stronger, you can add more THC, or use less gummy mixture. If you used half, so 150mL, and add the full 800THC, each gummy will be approx. 5.3mg each. I hope this helps!
The best I have ever used, and this is after 5-6 years. I will always stay with this recipe. THE BEST!!!
Hi Cathee! We love that you love the recipe!? Thank you for sharing with us!!
At what point do you use lemon juice as a preservative? Are there longer lasting options to preserve gummies?
Hey Rich. You can use lemon just as a preservative if you plan to consume them within 1-2 weeks. You can also use Lorann Mold Inhibitor or just potassium sorbate in place of the lemon juice for longer shelf stability.
Whenever I make an alcohol based tincture, I always evaporate the alcohol out into vegetable glycerin for sublingual dosing. I followed this recipe using a half cup of canna glycerin and homemade elderberry syrup, instead of juice or FECO, and they came out perfectly.(And delicious). Now I can take my daily winter dose of immune boosting elderberry and cannabis in one gummy!
Now, this sounds amazing, Fran 😀 Thank you so much for the fabulous idea; I’m going to try it myself!
Love the website and thoroughness of your guides. I’m going to be making Golden Tincture. Your recipe says 1/2 cup. Is that BEFORE evaporation of the alcohol?
Thank you so much, Paul! Yes, that is before evaporation 😀 Thanks for asking.
How do I keep them from molding? I did use lemon juice but also notice some mold on a few pieces after making them a week ago
Hey Nick! You will want to add a mold-inhibitor like LorAnn Mold Inhibitor or potassium sorbate in place of the lemon juice for longer shelf stability 🙂
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Here are 21 sugar-free edible recipes for you to check out, Kelly 🙂
Hi Emily. What’s the yield on this recipe if my gummy bear milds hold 1ml per form?
Hey James! This recipe makes roughly 10 ounces, or 300mL which would give you approximately 300 gummies from a 1mL mold ?
Would this work with a non-alcoholic tincture?
If it’s an oil-based tincture, I would recommend using this recipe instead ?
me being impatient & not wanting to finish reading all the directions before I started, & wouldn’t you know it… it would not thicken up. so I added an xtra flavored gelatin & 1 packet of the unflavored gelatin with a dash of water added to bloom. the gummies turned out phenomenal, thick & dence, held together wonderfully. it was awesome! this is the nest & easiest recipe there is. thank you
I am so happy to hear everything turned out well for you, Hunter! Thanks so much for your kind words 😀
How would I use powdered lecithin instead of liquid in this recipe? I only had access to powdered sunflower lecithin but I am not quite sure what I’m doing lol
Hey there AH! I just updated the directions to skip the lecithin if using powdered 🙂 These gummies don’t need the lecithin quite as the oil-based ones do because we’re using such a small bit of concentrate, and if you skip it, they still turn out fine!
Thank you for this amazing recipe. Unfortunately I can’t get a hold of flavoring oils in my area, can I use alcohol-based flavoring concentrates instead?
Hi there Hanady! I haven’t worked with these products myself, so I can’t say for sure, but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work 🙂 Let us know if you give it a try 🙂
Why do you need to double broil your tinture & lecitin or knox Gelatin❓
If your tinture is evaperated already would I ommit that double broil part & just add it to my gelatin mix❓espeically if lm using The knox❓ if I do still need to do this can you explain why please. Ty
MF, the double boiler helps to ensure the temperature never gets too hot, which could happen with a regular pan and potentially damage your cannabinoids. The water in the double boiler can’t get above 212 degrees F, keeping a more consistent and safe temperature.