Let the mixture sit untouched for five full minutes on the counter. This allows the gelatin powder to absorb the moisture and bloom properly. The mixture will look thick and wrinkled when it is ready.

Add the sweet honey into the saucepan with the bloomed gelatin mixture. Turn the stove to low heat now to start warming the pan. Whisk the ingredients constantly to help the gelatin dissolve smoothly.

Keep stirring the warm liquid gently for about five minutes until completely smooth. Do not let the mixture boil because high heat ruins the gelatin strength. Remove the saucepan from the stove once everything melts.

Use a spoon to scoop off any white foam from the surface. Draw the warm liquid into your clean glass dropper carefully. Fill each tiny bear cavity in the mold right up to the top line.

Carry the steady baking sheet over to your refrigerator very carefully. Chill the filled molds for two hours until the candies feel firm. Pop the set bears out of the molds gently.

Mix the granulated sugar and citric acid together in a small bowl. Toss the firm bears in the sour sugar mixture right before you serve them. Enjoy your delicious tangy homemade treats immediately.