Frosted Frozen Grapes

This is a fantastic healthy snack or dessert that mimics the texture of sorbet or tiny popsicles. The lemon juice helps the sugar stick and adds a wonderful tangy contrast to the sweet grapes.

Here is the complete recipe and method:

Frosted Frozen Grapes ❄️🍇

A sweet, tart, frozen, and crunchy snack that’s perfect for a hot day or when you’re craving something sweet but light.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed is best)

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 15 green seedless grapes

• 15 red seedless grapes

Instructions

1. Prepare the Grapes: Wash the grapes thoroughly and pat them completely dry with a paper towel. This is the most important step—if they are wet, the sugar coating will become a sloppy mess instead of a frosty shell.

2. Set Up Stations: Place the lemon juice in one small bowl and the granulated sugar in another separate small bowl.

3. Coat the Grapes: Working a few grapes at a time:

   • Drop them into the bowl with lemon juice. Swirl them around to coat completely.

   • Use a fork or slotted spoon to remove them, allowing any excess lemon juice to drip off.

   • Immediately roll the wet grapes in the bowl of sugar until they are evenly and generously coated.

4. Freeze: Place the sugar-coated grapes in a single layer on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet or plate. Make sure they aren’t touching each other.

5. Freeze Until Solid: Place the baking sheet in the freezer for at least 2-3 hours, or until the grapes are completely frozen solid.

6. Serve and Store: Once frozen, you can transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container for easier storage. Serve directly from the freezer!

Chef’s Notes & Tips:

• Why This Works: Freezing grapes intensifies their sweetness and gives them a fabulous sorbet-like texture. The lemon-sugar shell adds a sweet-tart crunch.

• Dryness is Key: Do not skip the step of drying the grapes. Any surface moisture will dissolve the sugar before it can freeze.

• Variations:

  • Lime Juice: Use lime juice instead of lemon for a different citrus twist.

  • Jello Powder: For a vibrant color and fun flavor, roll the lemon-coated grapes in dry Jell-O powder (like strawberry, raspberry, or lime) instead of sugar.

  • Other Fruits: This method also works well with blueberries, raspberries, and small strawberries.

• Make-Ahead: These can be made weeks in advance and stored in an airtight container in the freezer. They are a perfect ready-to-eat snack.

Enjoy your delicious, frosty, and healthy treat