Recipes for Gummy Bears

Ingredients

• 1 cup expired gummy bears (730 days past expiration)
• 2 cups fruit juice (e.g., orange juice, apple juice)
• 1/4 cup fresh fruit chunks (e.g., strawberries, blueberries)

Instructions

1. Place the expired gummy bears in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 30 seconds to soften them.
2. Using a fork, mash the softened gummy bears until they form a smooth paste.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the fruit juice and fresh fruit chunks.
4. Pour the fruit juice mixture into popsicle molds, filling each mold halfway.
5. Add a spoonful of the mashed gummy bear paste into each mold.
6. Top off the molds with more fruit juice mixture, leaving a little space at the top for expansion.
7. Insert popsicle sticks into each mold and freeze for at least 6 hours or until fully set.
8. To remove the popsicles from the molds, run warm water over the molds for a few seconds to loosen them.
9. Serve immediately and enjoy!
10. Note: It's important to consume these popsicles within a reasonable time frame and discard any leftovers that have been sitting out for too long.

Ingredients

• 1 cup expired gummy bears (730 days past expiration)
• 1 cup pretzels
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1 cup unsalted peanuts
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the expired gummy bears, pretzels, dried cranberries, unsalted peanuts, and dark chocolate chips.
3. Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the gummy bears have melted and everything is lightly toasted.
5. Remove from the oven and let cool completely before transferring to an airtight container.
6. Serve as a snack or store for later.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup expired gummy bears

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
4. Fold in the expired gummy bears.
5. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
6. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
7. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown.
8. Serve the pancakes warm with maple syrup and additional gummy bears for garnish.