Don't let goopy gummies kill your brand! Have you ever thought to yourself: "Why Are My Gummies Sweating and Sticky?" Sticky, sweaty, and slimy are definitely not the adjectives you want associated with your gummies. But fear not! The tragic fate of the goopy gummy is 100% avoidable, here are a few things to watch out for.
🍬 Packaging Too Soon:
Rushing to package your gummies before they hit proper water activity levels is like putting nice dry socks on wet feet—uncomfortable, regrettable, and just plain wrong.
Give them time to dry! At Melt-to-Make™ we typically recommend a water activity level of 0.60-0.63 for pectin or gelatin/pectin blend gummies, and a range of 0.65-0.67 for gelatin gummies. Do yourself a favor, buy a water activity meter and implement regular tests as part of your drying SOP.
🍬 Drying Too Fast:
Cranking up the dehumidifier to “warp speed” might seem like a shortcut, but it actually leads to "lockout." The outside dries up like a raisin, while the inside stays a juicy mess. That moisture will find its way out—but only after the gummies are in your final packaging. Keep your relative humidity around 35% and temperatures around 60-70F in your dry room for consistent results.
🍬 The Citric Acid Catastrophe:
Adding non-encapsulated citric to your sugar coating to get that extra boost of sour? Please don’t. Citric acid is hydroscopic, making it a moisture magnet. It’s like inviting a sponge to a pool party—it’s going to soak everything up and lead to a soggy situation. Try another acid like ascorbic acid or make a blend with encapsulated and standard acids for the best stability.
When you partner with Melt-to-Make™, this is one less thing you’ll have to worry about. With every Gummy Base order, you’ll also receive your choice of complementary, pre-formulated sanding sugar or wax coating—making the process even easier for you.
🍬 The Wrong Type of Gummy:
Make sure you choose your gummy type wisely. Pectin gummies are known to be quite tolerant to high temperatures. Gelatin gummies on the other hand will typically start to melt around normal body temperature. Your target market and the logistics behind delivery play a big role in determining the type of gummy you should offer. To learn more about the different all-natural Gummy Bases we offer at Melt-to-Make™ check out our blog post!
💡 Pro Tip: Run in-house stability studies to ensure your gummies make it from production to packaging without breaking a sweat, literally.
Happy gummies = happy customers. Sweaty SKUs? Not so much.
If you're looking to answer the age old question: "Why Are My Gummies Sweating and Sticky?" Let’s talk. At Melt-to-Make™ we are devoted to helping you succeed in the world of gummies, from start to finish. your success is our success, so feel free to reach out to us at support@melt-to-make.com or give us a call directly at 1-800-241-0341.
