COURSE:
Baby Food, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish
Beet, Chia & Raspberry Gummies
Bright, fruity and naturally sweet, these Beet, Chia & Raspberry Gummies are a fun and nourishing treat that both kids and adults will love. Packed with vibrant raspberries, earthy beetroot and tiny nutrient-rich chia seeds, they’re a playful alternative to shop-bought sweets – with no artificial colours or flavours in sight.
A Naturally Colourful Snack
The beautiful ruby hue comes entirely from real ingredients. Sweet raspberries provide bold berry flavour, while cooked beetroot adds natural sweetness and depth without overpowering. The result is a perfectly balanced fruity taste with a subtle earthiness and a soft, chewy texture.
Simple Ingredients, Easy Method
Using your Instant Pot to gently cook or soften the beetroot makes blending quick and effortless. Once puréed with raspberries and a touch of natural sweetener if needed, the mixture is combined with gelatine (or a plant-based alternative) and poured into moulds to set. A sprinkle of chia seeds adds texture and a boost of fibre and omega-3.
Perfect for Lunchboxes and Snacks
These gummies are ideal for lunchboxes, after-school snacks or a healthier sweet treat. They store well in the fridge and can be made in batches, making them a handy grab-and-go option during busy weeks.
Customise Your Flavours
Swap raspberries for strawberries or blackberries, or add a splash of orange juice for a citrus twist. You can also adjust the sweetness to suit your taste, keeping them lightly sweet or a little more indulgent.
Fun, Fruity and Wholesome
These Beet, Chia & Raspberry Gummies prove that homemade treats can be both delicious and nourishing. Colourful, chewy and packed with real ingredients, they’re a simple way to make snack time a little more exciting – and a lot more wholesome.
Beet, Chia & Raspberry Gummies
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
15 Minutes - 1-2 hours chilling
Servings:
20-30 Gummies
Product:
Instant Pot Multi-Cooker
Ingredients
- 200 g raw beetroot, or sweet potato peeled
- 150 g raspberries
- 130 ml chicken bone broth
- 4 gelatin leaves (Dr. Oetker leaf gelatin)
- 3 tsp chia seeds
Instructions
Pour 1 cup of water into the Instant Pot and insert the trivet. Cut the peeled beetroot into chunks and place them onto the trivet. Secure the lid and pressure cook on High for 12 minutes, then quick-release.
While the beetroot cooks, soak the 4 gelatin leaves in cold water until fully softened.
Warm the bone broth in a small saucepan until hot but not boiling. Remove the gelatin from the water, squeeze out excess liquid, then add it to the hot broth, stirring until completely dissolved.
Transfer the cooked beetroot to a tall jug or blender cup. Add the raspberries and pour over the warm bone broth and gelatin mixture. Using a stick blender, blend until very smooth and fine.
Stir through the chia seeds then pour the mixture into silicone moulds and refrigerate for 1–2 hours, or until fully set.
Notes
Age suitability
Suitable from 6 months+, once baby is developmentally ready for solids. These gummies should be soft-set, not chewy. Always supervise eating.
Serving suggestions & sizing by age
For spoon feeding (around 6 months)
Before setting, reserve some of the blended mixture and serve as a thick purée, with or without chia, for babies who are not yet confidently self-feeding.
For baby-led weaning (around 6–8 months)
Use large, graspable moulds, approximately 4–5 cm long and 2–3 cm wide. Gummies should squash very easily between two fingers and be designed for sucking and gumming rather than biting.
For older babies (around 9–12 months)
Offer medium-sized gummies (around 2–3 cm). At this stage babies can manage smaller soft pieces, provided the texture remains very tender.
For toddlers (12 months+)
Smaller bite-size gummies (around 1.5–2 cm) are appropriate, still soft and supervised.
Storage notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Best served chilled. Freezing is not recommended as it alters the gelatin texture.
Further Notes:
Using 4 gelatin sheets creates a firmer set that holds its shape well, but gummies should still feel soft and yielding. If they become rubbery, reduce gelatin slightly or increase liquid next time.
Adding a small amount of citrus juice improves flavour and supports iron absorption from beetroot.
This recipe is perfect for Multi Cooker like the Instant Pot Multi-Cooker.
Beet, Chia & Raspberry Gummies
COURSE:
Baby Food, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
15 Minutes - 1-2 hours chilling
Servings:
20-30 Gummies
Product:
Instant Pot Multi-Cooker
Ingredients
- 200 g raw beetroot, or sweet potato peeled
- 150 g raspberries
- 130 ml chicken bone broth
- 4 gelatin leaves (Dr. Oetker leaf gelatin)
- 3 tsp chia seeds
Instructions
Pour 1 cup of water into the Instant Pot and insert the trivet. Cut the peeled beetroot into chunks and place them onto the trivet. Secure the lid and pressure cook on High for 12 minutes, then quick-release.
While the beetroot cooks, soak the 4 gelatin leaves in cold water until fully softened.
Warm the bone broth in a small saucepan until hot but not boiling. Remove the gelatin from the water, squeeze out excess liquid, then add it to the hot broth, stirring until completely dissolved.
Transfer the cooked beetroot to a tall jug or blender cup. Add the raspberries and pour over the warm bone broth and gelatin mixture. Using a stick blender, blend until very smooth and fine.
Stir through the chia seeds then pour the mixture into silicone moulds and refrigerate for 1–2 hours, or until fully set.
Notes
Age suitability
Suitable from 6 months+, once baby is developmentally ready for solids. These gummies should be soft-set, not chewy. Always supervise eating.
Serving suggestions & sizing by age
For spoon feeding (around 6 months)
Before setting, reserve some of the blended mixture and serve as a thick purée, with or without chia, for babies who are not yet confidently self-feeding.
For baby-led weaning (around 6–8 months)
Use large, graspable moulds, approximately 4–5 cm long and 2–3 cm wide. Gummies should squash very easily between two fingers and be designed for sucking and gumming rather than biting.
For older babies (around 9–12 months)
Offer medium-sized gummies (around 2–3 cm). At this stage babies can manage smaller soft pieces, provided the texture remains very tender.
For toddlers (12 months+)
Smaller bite-size gummies (around 1.5–2 cm) are appropriate, still soft and supervised.
Storage notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Best served chilled. Freezing is not recommended as it alters the gelatin texture.
Further Notes:
Using 4 gelatin sheets creates a firmer set that holds its shape well, but gummies should still feel soft and yielding. If they become rubbery, reduce gelatin slightly or increase liquid next time.
Adding a small amount of citrus juice improves flavour and supports iron absorption from beetroot.
This recipe is perfect for Multi Cooker like the Instant Pot Multi-Cooker.
Beet, Chia & Raspberry Gummies
Bright, fruity and naturally sweet, these Beet, Chia & Raspberry Gummies are a fun and nourishing treat that both kids and adults will love. Packed with vibrant raspberries, earthy beetroot and tiny nutrient-rich chia seeds, they’re a playful alternative to shop-bought sweets – with no artificial colours or flavours in sight.
A Naturally Colourful Snack
The beautiful ruby hue comes entirely from real ingredients. Sweet raspberries provide bold berry flavour, while cooked beetroot adds natural sweetness and depth without overpowering. The result is a perfectly balanced fruity taste with a subtle earthiness and a soft, chewy texture.
Simple Ingredients, Easy Method
Using your Instant Pot to gently cook or soften the beetroot makes blending quick and effortless. Once puréed with raspberries and a touch of natural sweetener if needed, the mixture is combined with gelatine (or a plant-based alternative) and poured into moulds to set. A sprinkle of chia seeds adds texture and a boost of fibre and omega-3.
Perfect for Lunchboxes and Snacks
These gummies are ideal for lunchboxes, after-school snacks or a healthier sweet treat. They store well in the fridge and can be made in batches, making them a handy grab-and-go option during busy weeks.
Customise Your Flavours
Swap raspberries for strawberries or blackberries, or add a splash of orange juice for a citrus twist. You can also adjust the sweetness to suit your taste, keeping them lightly sweet or a little more indulgent.
Fun, Fruity and Wholesome
These Beet, Chia & Raspberry Gummies prove that homemade treats can be both delicious and nourishing. Colourful, chewy and packed with real ingredients, they’re a simple way to make snack time a little more exciting – and a lot more wholesome.
