Spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.

In a large saucepan, combine 2 cups of granulated sugar, unsweetened applesauce, and your choice of Jello. Allow to stand for about 1 minute.

Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly to dissolve the sugar for 1 minute when it begins to boil.

Carefully pour the hot mixture into your greased baking dish and let it cool at room temperature for about 15 minutes.

Place the dish in the refrigerator for about 3 hours until the gumdrops set firmly.

Once firm, transfer the gumdrop sheet onto a parchment-lined board that is sprinkled with sugar.

Cut the gumdrop sheet into shapes using cookie cutters or a sharp knife.

Roll each cut gumdrop piece in the remaining granulated sugar until well-coated.

Let them sit at room temperature for at least 8 hours or ideally overnight to set.