Description
Bubblegum slices bring whimsical nostalgia to dessert tables with their playful pink hues and sweet childhood memories. Creamy, dreamy layers melt effortlessly, inviting you to savor pure confectionery delight in each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups bubblegum flavoring
- 1 cup sugar
- 0.5 cup corn syrup
- 0.25 cup water
Binding Agents:
- 2 tbsp gelatin
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Coloring and Finishing:
- 3 drops pink food coloring
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1 tsp cornstarch (for preventing sticking)
Instructions
- Prepare a clean, dry work surface and lightly dust with cornstarch to prevent sticking.
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water over medium heat, stirring until sugar completely dissolves.
- Sprinkle gelatin over the liquid mixture and whisk continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
- Add bubblegum flavoring and continue stirring, maintaining a consistent temperature around 240°F.
- Remove from heat and quickly incorporate vanilla extract and salt, mixing thoroughly.
- Introduce pink food coloring, gently swirling to create a uniform pastel hue.
- Pour the liquid mixture into a prepared square baking pan lined with parchment paper.
- Allow the mixture to cool and set at room temperature for approximately 2-3 hours.
- Once completely solidified, lift the slab using parchment paper edges.
- Slice into rectangular or triangular shapes using a sharp, clean knife.
- Dust the slices with powdered sugar to prevent them from sticking together.
- Store in an airtight container, separating layers with parchment paper to maintain texture.
- Consume within 5-7 days for optimal freshness and flavor.
Notes
- Always use a candy thermometer to ensure precise temperature control, preventing sugar crystallization and achieving the perfect chewy texture.
- Experiment with different food colorings to create vibrant, playful variations that match your mood or theme.
- Grease your knife with cooking spray before cutting to get clean, smooth slices without sticking.
- For a gluten-free version, double-check that your gelatin and flavoring are certified gluten-free to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg