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Frozen Candy Grapes Recipe
Ash Tyrrell

Frozen Candy Grapes Recipe

I recently tried making frozen candy grapes, and wow, I can’t believe how easy and fun they turned out! I love how the natural sweetness of grapes transforms into a crunchy, candy-like snack after freezing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Servings: 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound seedless grapes green or red – Always use firm, fresh grapes for the perfect crunch. Avoid soft or mushy ones.
  • 1/4 cup lemon or lime juice – Works like a natural glue to help the coating stick.
  • 1/3 cup flavored gelatin powder like strawberry, lime, or grape – Brings that sweet, colorful candy vibe. Freshly opened packets work best.
  • 2 tablespoo
  • ns sugar crystals or stevia – Adds sparkle and sweetness. Stevia keeps it low-calorie.
  • 1/4 cup freeze-dried fruit powder – A natural coating option that makes the grapes taste like real fruity candy.

Method
 

  1. Start by rinsing your grapes in a colander under cold water. Then, pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel. This step is key because if grapes are wet, the coating won’t stick.
  2. Pour lemon or lime juice into a bowl, then toss your grapes inside until they’re evenly coated. The juice acts as the “glue” that makes the sugar or gelatin stick perfectly.
  3. Now comes the fun part! Roll each grape in a shallow dish filled with your chosen coating—gelatin powder, sugar crystals, or even fruit powder. Make sure every grape is fully covered.
  4. Place your coated grapes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Pop the tray into the freezer for at least 1–2 hours until they’re completely frozen.
  5. Once frozen, transfer them to an airtight container or serve immediately. They’re crunchy, sweet, and incredibly refreshing!

Notes

  • I always double-dip the grapes for a thicker candy-like coating.
  • I found that green grapes taste tangier and work better with sweet coatings
  • Using freeze-dried fruit powder instead of gelatin gave me a more natural, fruity taste.
  • I like freezing them overnight so I can enjoy them straight out of the freezer the next day.