CRANBERRY GUMDROPS

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This unique treat combines two holiday favorites- the tangy flavor of cranberry and a sweet chewy candy. I've made them for years. They're popular with all ages.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1/2 cup cold water
1 can (16 ounce) jellied cranberry sauce
2 cups sugar, divided
3 packages (3 ounces each) raspberry gelatin
Additional sugar, optional

Steps:

In a saucepan, sprinkle unflavored gelatin over water; let stand for 2 minutes to soften. Add cranberry sauce and 1 cup of sugar; cook over low heat until sauce is melted and sugar is dissolved, about 10 minutes. Whisk until smooth. , Remove from the heat and add raspberry gelatin; stir until completely dissolved, about 3 minutes. Pour into an 8-in. square dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and let stand at room temperature for 12 hours or overnight (do not refrigerate). , Cut into 1-in. squares; roll in remaining sugar. Place on baking sheets; let stand at room temperature for 3 hours. Turn pieces over and let stand 3 hours longer. Roll in additional sugar if desired. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 11mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.