Winter germs knocking at your door again?
If your kids are coughing, snotty, or just run down, these homemade citrus immunity gummies are the perfect sick-day snack.
They’re packed with vitamin C, natural anti-inflammatory ingredients, and taste like those chewy chemist lollies — but way better for them.
🍊 Immunity Gummies for Cold Season
You’ll need:
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½ cup orange juice (fresh or store bought)
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2 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tbsp honey
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1–2 tsp fresh grated ginger (use less if your kids don’t love spice)
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2 tbsp gelatin powder (or agar-agar for vegetarian version)
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Optional: dash of vanilla or turmeric for colour
To make:
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Gently heat orange juice, lemon juice, ginger and honey in a small saucepan (don’t boil).
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Sprinkle gelatin in while whisking until dissolved.
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Pour into moulds or a lined dish.
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Refrigerate until set (around 1–2 hours).
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Pop out and store in the fridge.
🌡 Why these ingredients work:
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Ginger: Natural anti-inflammatory, soothes sore throats
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Honey: Antibacterial, soothes coughs
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Lemon & Orange: High in vitamin C to support immune function
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Gelatin: Supports gut health and adds that fun chewy texture
💛 Toddler-approved and mum-hack certified:
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Make ahead and store in the fridge
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Naturally coloured and flavoured
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No added sugar or syrups
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A great mum-to-mum trick for keeping kids well during winter
📌 Save this recipe, share it with your mum group, and tag us if your kids love them!
Got a little one who hates cold meds? These are for them 👇
Need more winter snack inspo?
Check out our Sweet Potato Chickpea Cookies
If your little one has just started solids, here are some helpful tips to get you started → Read our Starting Solids Essentials blog post
