(A winter glow recipe you’ll actually want to take)
Cold weather can leave skin feeling dull, dry, and irritated. These homemade gummies are made with warming spices, skin-supporting ingredients, and a nourishing base to help support hydration and glow during the winter months, without tasting medicinal.
Why These Ingredients Work:
- Turmeric – traditionally used for its antioxidant properties
- Vitamin C–rich juice OR bone broth – supports overall skin wellness
- Collagen peptides – commonly used to support skin elasticity
- Honey – natural sweetness + moisture support
- Gelatin – gives the gummy texture and adds protein
(Always check with a healthcare provider before adding supplements, especially for kids or during pregnancy.)
Ingredients
Base (choose one):
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
OR - 1 cup high-quality bone broth (chicken or beef, low-sodium)
Add-ins:
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons collagen peptides (optional)
- 3 tablespoons unflavored gelatin
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- Pinch of black pepper (helps activate turmeric)
- ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional but great for warmth)
How to Make Them
- Add your orange juice or bone broth to a small saucepan and warm gently over low heat (do not boil).
- Whisk in honey, lemon juice, turmeric, black pepper, ginger, and collagen until fully dissolved.
- Slowly sprinkle in the gelatin while whisking continuously to prevent clumping.
- Once smooth, remove from heat.
- Pour into silicone molds or a lined glass dish.
- Refrigerate for 2–3 hours until fully set.
- Cut into bite-size gummies if needed.
Storage
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator
- Best enjoyed within 5–7 days
How to Take
- 1–2 gummies per day
- Great as a morning or afternoon routine add-on
- Tastes citrusy with juice, more savory with bone broth
Flavor Notes
- Orange juice version: bright, slightly sweet, kid-friendly
- Bone broth version: subtle, savory — best with honey + ginger
