My daughter has really been into baking because she loves science and she calls each recipe creation a science experiment. And she really isn't wrong. This homemade gummy bear recipe is such a fun one to re-create because it looks like you're creating science too. This is a super fun homeschool activity to teach your children the science of gelatin. When we homeschooled, the part I loved was teaching my children how what they were learning could be used in real life.
Gelatin is a mild-tasting protein derived from the collagen in animal tissue and it's the only protein with the power to thicken liquids. Easy to use, easy to find, and able to assume the flavor and color of whatever liquid it's dissolved in, gelatin is a versatile thickener for both sweet and savory cooking. There are also vegetarian substitutes for gelatin available that are made from carbohydrates.
