If you saw our viral video on Instagram (hi and welcome! 👋), you already know these elderberry + liver gummies are not your average toddler snack.
Yes, they’re full of flavour.
Yes, they taste like lollies.
And yes… there’s beef liver in them. But we promise — your kids won’t even know.
These gummies are one of our favourite ways to sneak in powerful nutrition, especially during cold and flu season. If your little one is starting solids, prone to getting sick, or you just want to boost their immune system naturally — these are for you.
🍇 Why elderberry + liver?
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Elderberry is packed with antioxidants and vitamin C to help reduce cold symptoms and boost immune response.
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Beef liver is nature’s multivitamin: rich in iron, vitamin A, B12, and zinc — all critical for toddler development, energy, and immune function.
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Gelatin supports gut health, digestion, and makes them fun and chewy.
We know liver can be intimidating — but when blended into this fruity mix, it’s completely hidden. Trust us. You’ll never taste it.
🧃 Elderberry & Liver Gummy Recipe
You’ll need:
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2 tbsp elderberry juice or syrup
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¼ cup lemon cordial (or orange/apple juice)
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1 tbsp honey
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1 drop vanilla extract
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1 fruity herbal teabag (super fruits or berry blend)
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2 tbsp gelatin
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1 tsp desiccated beef liver powder (or start with 1/2 teaspoon and increase next time)
To make:
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Steep the herbal teabag in ¼ cup hot water for 3–5 mins.
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In a small saucepan, combine elderberry, juice, honey, vanilla, and steeped tea.
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Sprinkle in gelatin and whisk well.
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Once smooth, stir in liver powder until fully dissolved.
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Pour into silicone moulds or a lined tray.
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Set in fridge for 1–2 hours until firm.
Pop out and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days.
👶 Tips for toddlers:
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Use fun shaped moulds to make them more appealing
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Start with half the amount of liver
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Offer with breakfast or after nap as a “special treat” (hello, placebo magic)
📲 Watch the viral reel here → [Instagram video link]
💛 Don’t forget to tag @looma.collective if you try it — we LOVE seeing what you make.
Looking for more winter immunity snacks?
Try our Ginger Citrus Immunity Gummies or Healthy Froyo Bars for Toddlers.