3 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1/2 cup cold water
3/4 cup water
2 cups sugar
Food color
Flavored extract
Additional sugar
Lightly spray candy molds, ice cube trays, or mini muffin cups with cooking spray. In large bowl, sprinkle gelatin on 1/2 cup cold water; set aside.
In small saucepan, bring 3/4 cup water and 2 cups sugar to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 5 minutes until sugar is dissolved and mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat; carefully add to gelatin mixture, stirring until gelatin is dissolved.
Divide mixture into 4 small bowls -or more depending on how many colors/flavors you want. 4. Tint each bowl with 4 to 5 drops food color, then stir in 1/2 teaspoon extract. Carefully spoon mixture into molds. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight until set.
Carefully remove gumdrops from molds. Roll gumdrops in sugar; place on waxed paper. Let stand at room temperature 24 hours to crystallize slightly. Store tightly covered at room temperature.
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