Save A refreshing, sweet, and crunchy snack featuring grapes coated in a festive sugar topping—perfect for parties or a healthy dessert.
I love serving these at holiday gatherings because everyone enjoys their festive look and crisp texture.
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.
Save This treat is a family favorite during the holidays creating joyful moments around the table
Notes
Serve on skewers for a fun party presentation and pair well with sparkling wine or festive cocktails
Required Tools
Mixing bowl shallow dish baking sheet parchment paper paper towels
Allergen Information
Contains no common allergens Always check decorating sugars or edible glitter for possible allergens or gluten
Save Try these treats to add a festive and healthy element to your snack lineup this season
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of grapes work best?
Seedless grapes, either red or green, work best since they are easy to eat and coat evenly.
- → Can I use alternatives to lemon juice?
Yes, lime juice can be used for a slightly different citrus flavor that complements the sugar coating.
- → How long should grapes be frozen?
Freeze the grapes for at least 2 hours until they become firm and frosty for the best texture.
- → Is ground cinnamon necessary?
Cinnamon is optional but adds a warm, festive note that enhances the flavor of the sugar coating.
- → What tools are needed for preparation?
A mixing bowl, shallow dish, baking sheet, parchment paper, and paper towels are all you need for easy prep.
- → Can these be served on skewers?
Yes, serving the coated grapes on skewers adds a fun presentation, especially for parties.