Candy Cane Cinnamon–Peppermint Gummies (Non-Alcoholic)

Ingredients:

• Red Cinnamon Layer
• ¾ cup apple juice
• ¼ cup cinnamon syrup or cinnamon candy flavoring (alcohol-free)
• 2½ tbsp unflavored gelatin
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• Red food coloring (optional)
• White Peppermint Layer
• ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
• ½ cup water
• 2 tbsp unflavored gelatin
• ½ tsp peppermint extract
• Finish
• Crushed candy canes or peppermint candies

Instructions:

1. Lightly grease candy cane silicone molds with nonstick spray.
2. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine apple juice and cinnamon syrup. Sprinkle gelatin evenly over the liquid and let bloom for 5 minutes.
3. Warm gently, stirring constantly until gelatin dissolves completely. Do not boil. Stir in sugar (and food coloring if using). Remove from heat.
4. In another saucepan, combine condensed milk and water. Sprinkle gelatin over the surface and let bloom for 5 minutes.
5. Heat gently, stirring until fully dissolved and smooth. Remove from heat and stir in peppermint extract.
6. Fill molds about one-third full with the red cinnamon layer and refrigerate until just set (about 10 minutes).
7. Add a layer of the white peppermint mixture, then top with remaining red layer. Swirl gently with a toothpick for a candy cane effect.
8. Refrigerate until fully firm, 4–6 hours.
9. Unmold and lightly roll in crushed candy canes before serving.