Last Updated on June 5, 2023 by Diane Hoffmaster
This frosted grapes recipe takes deliciously simple grapes to a whole new level. Grapes are one of my family’s all-time favorite fruits.
If I put out a bowl of grapes I can pretty much be guaranteed that they will be gone by the end of the day. I have never actually done much COOKING with grapes, though. Usually, we just pop them in our mouth until the bowl is empty!
When I came across a post on Pinterest about how to frost grapes, I was intrigued!
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Frosted Grapes are like CANDY, only healthier!
So, why make frosted grapes (AKA sugared grapes!), you ask? Aren’t they sweet enough as it is? Yes, plain old grapes are plenty sweet!
But, frosted grapes make a cute addition to an appetizer platter surrounded by crackers and cheese. They are also appealing to kids who may be looking for a little something sweet but you don’t want them eating candy.
Frosted grapes with Jello are a much healthier snack than gum drops or other sweet, sugar-covered candy.
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This frosted grapes recipe is an easy healthy snack. Sugared grapes are a delicious appetizer recipe for cheese platters and kids love them!
How to Choose the Best Grapes
Grapes should be firm, plump, and firmly attached to the stems. The freshest grapes will have green, flexible stems rather than brittle ones.
Obviously, you want to avoid bunches of grapes that have mold visible. Knowing how to choose the best grapes is only step one of the process of making sugar-coated grapes!
How to Make Frosted Grapes
My first attempt at frosted grapes went fairly smoothly. There are several ways you can frost grapes, using either plain sugar or jello.
I came across several recipes and suggestions for making frosted grapes. I was at Sprouts Market and came across a natural gelatin dessert
that worked just great. No artificial colors and flavors is always a good thing in my mind!
The basic procedure for frosted grapes goes something like this:
- Remove grapes from stems and place them in a strainer. Wash gently and pat dry SLIGHTLY.
- Place grapes in a gallon-size resealable bag.
- Pour sugar or jello into the bag and seal tightly. Shake everything around a bit
- Arrange your frosted grapes on a paper towel to air-dry for about 15 minutes.
To make frosted grapes, some people recommend brushing the grapes with beaten egg whites and then sprinkling them with sugar or flavored gelatin.
I was a little hesitant to have raw egg whites on my grapes and honestly, water worked just fine. Just make sure you pat the grapes dry a bit so they are not really WET…just a tad bit damp!
Frosted Grapes Recipe
Frosted Grapes Recipe
fresh crunchy grapes with a sweet, fruity flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 pound grapes
- 1 package (1.6 ounce) Simply Delish flavored gelatin powder
- 6 TBSP sugar
Instructions
- Pluck the grapes from the stems and rinse. Pat off excess water, leaving them slightly damp
- Into a large ziploc bag put the sugar and gelatin powder. Shake to mix.
- Working in batches, put the grapes into the bag and shake briskly. Place on cookie sheet and put in refrigerator to set for 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 712Sodium: 56mgCarbohydrates: 158gSugar: 147gProtein: 28g
These look super yummy. I have to try to make them.
These look great! I’ll have to try them. It reminds me that I grew up eating frozen grapes. So refreshing on a hot summer day. I’m surprised at how many folks think I’m silly when I suggest this. Freeze them separately. If they last longer than 15 minutes after freezing, then store leftover grapes in a plastic bag in the freezer. So refreshing on a hot summer day!
I have been wanting to try freezing them! I think my daughter would love them that way!
Our kids called frozen grapes, “Fozy Bubbles”
They are definitely a huge hit with most kids!
I had these at a wedding once! They were cascading down the grooms chocolate cake. Looked beautiful! I tasted one and I was hooked. I was serving the cake and kept sneaking the grapes lol Been wanting the recipe ever since! Can’t wait to try!
Hope you like them! I have seen people soak them in wine first before frosting with sugar!
I’m making my first charcuterie board for Easter. I came across this recipe and was thrilled. I have them made and drying. They look fantastic. I did grapes and raspberries.
I am so glad you found this helpful!
Have made the frosted grapes. They were great. Today making the frozen grapes to try. I’m sure they will also be great.
Glad you enjoyed them!
What flavor gelatin powder are you using? Thanks!
I used strawberry but it comes in several varieties.
I am going to try these for Thanksgiving. How far in advance can you make them then store in the fridge? Like to make 2 days before if they would keep
Sadly, they dont tend to last long. The moisture from the fridge messes up the dusting of powder on the outside.
I wasn’t impressed with the way these turned out. I used regular sugar with the jello and am thinking maybe a super fine sugar would have worked better .
They just weren’t as pretty as I thought they would be.
I’m sorry you didn’t find that it worked well for you. If you try a super fine sugar, let me know how they turn out.