These 4-ingredient collagen gummies are a skin-glowing, gut-loving dream, packed with protein, vitamin C, and zero added sugar, they’re the ultimate beauty bite from the inside out. Each gummy packs over 4 grams of collagen and about 4 grams of protein!
Most store-bought gummies are packed with sugar and random additives you don’t need. But these hibiscus collagen gummies keep it clean and simple—made with fresh citrus juice, antioxidant-rich hibiscus tea, and loaded with beef gelatin and extra collagen peptides. Each bite helps support your skin, joints, and gut health. The best part is that they take under 20 minutes to make, and in the morning, you can enjoy a couple knowing that you’re starting the day off right.
Ingredients You’ll Need To Make These Collagen Gummies
(Makes 24 gummies, approx. 2 tbsp each):
- 1 cup hibiscus tea (¼ cup dried hibiscus petals steeped in 1.5 cups water for 20 minutes)
- 1½ cups fresh citrus juice: I use 2 grapefruits, 1 navel orange, 2 cara cara oranges. Feel free to use your favorite mixture of citrus.
- 5 tbsp (grass-fed, unflavored): Good brands to use are Great Lakes Wellness Beef Gelatin Powder, Now Foods Beef Gelatin, and Aspen Naturals Beef Gelatin
- 40g collagen peptides: This is optional but adds an extra bit of collagen. I use Vital Proteins
Nutrition Per Gummy (approximate):
- Collagen: 4.17g
- Protein: 3.81g
- Sugar: Naturally occurring from citrus only
- Added Sugar: 0g
Why You’ll Love These Collagen Gummies:
✨ High in Collagen: Each gummy contains over 4 grams of collagen, helping support skin elasticity, joint health, and a healthy gut lining.
🍊 Rich in Vitamin C: These gummies are naturally packed with vitamin C from fresh citrus juice and hibiscus tea. Vitamin C isn’t just an antioxidant—it’s essential for stimulating your body’s own collagen production and helps your body absorb and utilize collagen more effectively.
🍬 Naturally Sweet: No added sugars here—just the vibrant, fruity sweetness of real oranges, grapefruit, and hibiscus.
💪 Gut & Skin Friendly: Made with beef gelatin and collagen peptides, these gummies support digestive health, hormone balance, and glowing skin.
🌺 Easy to Make: No fancy tools required. Just heat, mix, pour, and let them set—perfect for a quick nutrient-packed treat!
Homemade Vitamin-C Packed Collagen Gummies
Ingredients
- 5 tbsp Beef Gelatin Powder
- 1 cup Steeped Hibiscus Tea ¼ cup hibiscus leaves boiled in 1.5 cup water for 20 mins
- 40 grams Vital Collagen Protein Peptides, optional (about 2 tbsp)
- 1 1/2 cup Fresh Squeezed Citrus Juice I use 2 grapefruits, 1 navel orange, 2 cara cara oranges
Instructions
- Steep the Hibiscus TeaBoil 1.5 cups of water. Add ¼ cup dried hibiscus petals and steep for 15–20 minutes. Strain and set aside 1 cup.
- Juice the CitrusJuice your grapefruit and oranges until you get 1½ cups of juice. Strain through mesh sieve to remove pulp for a smoother gummy texture.
- Bloom the GelatinIn a saucepan, add the hibiscus tea and sprinkle gelatin evenly across the surface. Let sit for 5-10 minutes to bloom (absorb liquid and swell).
- Add Citrus Juice, Collagen. Heat & DissolvePour in the citrus juice and (optional) collagen powder. Stir well and warm the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly until the gelatin is fully dissolved (don’t boil).
- Pour Into MoldsCarefully pour the mixture into silicone molds (2 tbsp per cavity). Let cool slightly before transferring to the fridge to set.Alternatively you can pour the mixture into a 9×9 baking dish to set and cut the gummies once they are set.
- Chill & SetRefrigerate for 2–3 hours, or until firm. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7–10 days.
Notes
How much Collagen to take daily
- General wellness & skin health: 2.5–10 grams per day
- Joint & bone support: 10–15 grams per day
- Muscle mass or recovery: 15–20 grams per day
Check out below the recipe card for a more detailed breakdown of the health benefits of these Vitamin-C Collagen Gummies!
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Let’s Talk About the Star Ingredients In These Vitamin-C Packed Collagen Gummies
🥩 Beef Gelatin: A Natural Collagen Source
Beef gelatin is a powerhouse of collagen, the protein responsible for skin elasticity, joint support, and gut lining repair. It also contains:
- Glycine – Supports sleep and liver detox.
- Proline – Important for collagen production and tissue repair.
- Glutamic Acid – Supports gut health.
💧 Collagen Peptides (Vital Proteins)
To increase the collagen content, I added 40 grams of hydrolyzed collagen peptides, which dissolve easily and are highly bioavailable. That’s about 4.17g collagen per gummy!
🌺 Hibiscus Tea: Beauty in a Bloom
Hibiscus isn’t just pretty—it’s high in antioxidants and an excellent source of vitamin C, which is essential for:
- Boosting collagen production
- Supporting immune health
- Fighting inflammation and oxidative stress
Plus, hibiscus gives the gummies a stunning ruby-red color naturally!
🍊 Citrus Juice: Fresh & Functional
Grapefruit, cara cara oranges, and navel oranges aren’t just for flavor—they add a tangy sweetness while supplying natural sugars, hydration, and vitamin C for collagen synthesis.
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I made these to give to my sister (she just had knee surgery) and I kept a few for myself. They are SO GOOD. I love that I didn’t have to add any sweetener and they taste better than any store bought gummy I’ve ever had! Thanks for the recipe, Capri! I love following you on Instagram. Keep up the great work!