Pin it A refreshing, sweet, and crunchy snack featuring grapes coated in a festive sugar topping&mdashperfect for parties or a healthy dessert.
I often make these grape treats for holiday gatherings because they combine simplicity with a bit of festive flair that everyone enjoys.
Ingredients
- Fruit: 500 g (about 1 lb) seedless grapes (red or green), washed and thoroughly dried
- Coating: 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Coating: 60 g (1/3 cup) granulated sugar
- Coating: 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional, for a festive touch)
- Coating: 1 tbsp colored decorating sugar or edible glitter (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Remove grapes from stems. Wash thoroughly, pat completely dry with paper towels.
- Step 2:
- Place grapes in a large bowl. Drizzle with lemon juice and toss to coat evenly.
- Step 3:
- In a shallow dish, combine granulated sugar and cinnamon (if using).
- Step 4:
- Roll each grape in the sugar mixture until well coated. For extra festivity, sprinkle with colored sugar or edible glitter.
- Step 5:
- Arrange grapes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 6:
- Freeze for at least 2 hours, or until grapes are firm and frosty.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately from the freezer for best texture.
Pin it This recipe always gets my family excited during the holidays, and it’s a fun treat to prepare together.
Notes
Try using flavored sugars (vanilla, orange zest) for variety or substitute lime juice for a different citrus note.
Serving Suggestions
Serve on skewers for a fun party presentation and pair well with sparkling wine or festive cocktails.
Allergen Information
Contains no common allergens but always check decorating sugars or edible glitter for possible allergens or gluten.
Pin it These frozen grape treats add a colorful and cool touch to any celebration and are easy to customize for your taste.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → Can I use green or red grapes?
Yes, both green and red seedless grapes work well and can be mixed for a colorful presentation.
- → How long should grapes freeze?
Freeze grapes for at least 2 hours or until they become firm and frosty for the best texture.
- → What alternatives exist for the coating sugar?
You can try flavored sugars like vanilla or orange zest to enhance the sweetness and aroma.
- → Is cinnamon necessary in the coating?
Cinnamon is optional and adds a warm, festive touch but can be omitted if preferred.
- → How should I serve these treats?
Serve them directly from the freezer, optionally on skewers, and pair nicely with sparkling beverages.