Description

This Homemade Bubble Gum Recipe allows you to create chewy, flavorful bubble gum with a delightful strawberry taste and vibrant color. Using a simple microwave method to soften gum base, combined with confectioner’s sugar, glycerin, and flavorings, you can make fresh bubble gum pieces perfect for sharing or storing. The recipe yields about 20 pieces, each soft, pliable, and bursting with strawberry sweetness.

Ingredients

Scale

Bubble Gum Base Mix

1/3 cup gum base
1/2 – 3/4 cup confectioner’s powdered sugar (Imperial Sugar)
1/2 tablespoon light corn syrup
1 teaspoon glycerin
1/4 teaspoon citric acid
6 drops of strawberry flavoring
3 drops of red food coloring
Parchment paper, cut into 3-inch squares, for wrapping

Instructions

Prepare the Gum Base: Place 1/3 cup of gum base into a disposable microwave-safe container. Microwave on high for 30 seconds or until softened but still pliable without losing structure.
Mix the Ingredients: Immediately add 1/2 tablespoon of light corn syrup and 1 teaspoon of glycerin to the softened gum base. Stir gently until the mixture becomes glossy and well combined.
Add Sweetness: Gradually stir in 1/2 cup of confectioner’s powdered sugar to the mixture. Continue stirring, adding more powdered sugar if the mixture feels too sticky, until it attains a soft yet form-holding consistency.
Infuse with Flavor: Add 6 drops of strawberry flavoring and 3 drops of red food coloring. Stir thoroughly until the color and aroma are even throughout the gum mixture.
Enhance the Acidity: Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon citric acid over the mixture and mix evenly to boost the fruity flavor profile of the gum.
Shape the Dough: Dust your hands with confectioner’s sugar and knead the dough until it’s smooth, pliable, and elastic, reminiscent of traditional bubble gum.
Cut and Store: Flatten the dough to your preferred thickness, then cut into squares or strips. Wrap each piece individually with parchment paper to prevent sticking and preserve freshness.

Notes

Use disposable microwave-safe containers to avoid gum sticking permanently.
If the gum base doesn’t soften well, microwave in additional 10-second intervals but avoid melting it completely.
Adjust powdered sugar quantity based on stickiness; more sugar for firmer gum.
Store wrapped pieces in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain chewiness.
Citric acid not only enhances flavor but also adds a slight tang, balance it according to taste.
For different flavors, substitute strawberry flavoring and red coloring with your favorite extracts and colors.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Candy
Method: Microwaving
Cuisine: American

Keywords: homemade bubble gum, strawberry bubble gum, DIY candy, gum base recipe, microwaved bubble gum