These Vodka Gummy Bears are always a hit! They are super easy to throw together and with less than 10 minutes of hands-on time, this make-ahead snack is the perfect addition to any adult party.
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Why You’ll Love Gummy Bears Soaked In Vodka
Who doesn't want to be the awesome person that shows up at the party with a big old container of Vodka Soaked Gummy Bears? This is hands down the best way to be the instant life of the party. It’s like a gummy bear shot, but in candy form!
Last time I made these, my husband thought it would be a great idea to make 5 pounds worth! Silly husband. While in some ways it was a good idea because they were delicious, we then had a container of leftover alcohol gummies in our fridge and I'm just not about that life on weekdays.
I've always referred to these as Rummy Bears because I'd previously only ever tried them with rum. But a while back at a girls night, my friend Allison made them with whipped cream flavored vodka. Since I'm not a huge rum fan, you can imagine my joy when I tasted these with vodka. I had initially been worried that they would be too sweet, but the whipped cream flavor went perfectly with the gummy bears!
Here’s why you’ve got to make them:
- No cooking
- Must be made ahead
- Only 2 ingredients
- A unique adult treat
- Not overly sweet
- Less than 10 minutes of hands-on work (and the rest is waiting for them to be ready).
- A total hit at a party
Ingredient Information And Substitutions:
- Gummy Bears- You can use regular Haribo gummy bears, but I like the fancy ones with a million different flavors. I get them in my grocery store's bulk food section, but you can click here to purchase those gummy bears on Amazon. I strongly encourage you NOT to use the sugar-free Haribo Gummy Bears, and if you read the Amazon reviews, you’ll know why. 😉
- Whipped Cream Vodka- While you can totally use whatever flavor of vodka you prefer, I always make these with Pinnacle Whipped Vodka, which is whipped cream flavored. I think the flavor of the vodka mixed with the gummy bears work perfectly.
How To Make Vodka Gummies
Step 1: Place the gummy bears in your container
And spread them into a single layer.
Step 2: Cover with Vodka
Pour vodka over the top until the gummy bears are covered.
Step 3: Cover and refrigerate.
Refrigerate for 3 days stirring one time per day and then enjoy responsibly!
Frequently Asked Questions
If you eat too many in quick succession then yes, they will get you drunk. As with any alcoholic beverages and food items, moderation is advisable.
Yes, until serving.
I haven’t personally found them to be overly slimy (though they are slightly wet since you’re soaking them in liquid) One of our gracious readers, Teela, shared that using sugar-free gummy bears helps eliminate the goo- you can try that but read the reviews first as I’ve heard the sugar-free ones cause…ahem….indigestion.
These tend to be pretty strong and pack quite the punch.
I wouldn’t advise it, specifically in plastic as it adversely affects the texture. I’ve never tried metal, so I can’t speak to that but if you try it, please comment and let me know how it goes. I’d encourage you to stick with glass.
They can last up to a week but are optimal 3 days after starting the soak.
You can put them in the freezer, but I'd be shocked if they fully freeze because they contain so much alcohol.
You totally can. I bet champagne gummy bears would be delicious!
Tips For Soaking Gummy Bears in Vodka
- Use a glass container because plastic adversely affects the texture of the gummy bears. I like to use a pyrex pan because they usually come with a cover.
- A shallow container is best because it allows the gummy bears to soak in a single layer.
- You don’t really need to measure. Just pour the vodka over the gummy bears until it just covers them.
- Stir them each day to keep them for forming one big clump.
- Be sure you give yourself a few days before your party as these are optimal 3 days after you pour in the vodka.
- Serve with toothpicks to keep things clean.
Make it a meal
Here are some great recipes to serve alongside your gummies with vodka:
Other Great Boozy Recipes:
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Vodka Gummy Bears Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup Gummy bears
- 2 cups Whipped cream flavored vodka
Instructions
- Place the gummy bears in the container.
- Pour the vodka over the gummy bears so that it covers them.
- Cover and refrigerate for 3 days, stirring once or twice daily.
- Serve but be careful because these pack quite the punch!
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Notes
- Use a glass container because plastic adversely affects the texture of the gummy bears. I like to use a pyrex pan because they usually come with a cover.
- A shallow container is best because it allows the gummy bears to soak in a signle layer.
- You don’t really need to measure. Just pour the vodka over the gummy bears until it just covers them.
- Stir them each day to keep them for forming one big clump.
- Be sure you give yourself a few days before your party as these are optimal 3 days after you pour in the vodka.
- Serve with toothpicks to keep things clean.
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