Transforming ordinary grapes into a delightful snack or elegant dessert is as easy as it is delicious with the Cracked Grapes Recipe. This innovative culinary creation takes the humble grape to new heights, offering a tantalizing blend of flavors and textures that are sure to impress. Whether you’re looking for a simple yet impressive appetizer or a sweet treat to satisfy your cravings, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Cracked Grapes Recipe
Equipment
- 20-25 Skewers
- Candy Thermometer
- Parchment paper
- Small saucepan
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 20-25 grapes washed and completely dried
- 2 cups white sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- white gel food coloring Find it here
- other gel colors of your choice
- 2 teaspoons flavored oil of your choice
Instructions
- Rinse the grapes under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Place them in a bowl and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar has completely dissolved.
- Continue to boil the sugar syrup for about 5-7 minutes, or until it reaches the hard crack stage (300°F/149°C on a candy thermometer).
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the syrup cool for a few minutes. If desired, add food coloring or flavored extracts to the syrup and stir until well combined.
- Using a fork or a skewer, dip each grape into the syrup, coating it evenly. Allow any excess syrup to drip off before placing the coated grape on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- If desired, sprinkle the coated grapes with sprinkles or other decorations before the syrup hardens.
- Repeat the dipping process with the remaining grapes. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator or freezer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the coating is completely hardened.
- Once the coating is hardened, remove the grapes from the refrigerator or freezer and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious, cracked grapes!
Notes
- For best results, candy should be made on cool, dry days. Rain and humidity in the air are drawn out by the sugar.
- Make use of a fruit wash. To ensure that your grapes are clean, give them a good scrub in a fruit wash or a vinegar bath to get rid of any leftovers or pesticides.
- A thermometer is required. A digital meat thermometer that reads up to 300°F (148°C) can be used in place of a candy thermometer if you don’t have one.
- Keep heat below 330°F (165°C). This will cause the candy coating to become caramelized and brown.
- Do not use a thermometer to check the temperature. Use a spoon or spatula to transfer the molten hot syrup into a bowl or cup of cold water to determine whether your syrup is ready for the hard crack stage. Hard, breaking threads without bending should be formed by it.
- Cover rapidly. You can coat two or more grapes on each skewer at a time if you want to finish the candy-coating process quickly while the syrup is still soft and workable.
- Add some hot water and simmer it to make cleaning your saucepan a cinch. The remaining candy will become softer and separate from your pan.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrition | Value |
|---|---|
| Calories | 486kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 1g |
| Protein | 31g |
| Fat | 39g |
| Saturated Fat | 16g |
| Sodium | 1246mg |
| Iron | 4mg |
| Calcium | 12mg |
| Vitamin A | 1427IU |
| Potassium | 517mg |
How Long Do Candied Grapes Last?
They could last for three days at most. These candied grapes should be kept away from dampness and in a cool, dry place to prevent the jello from melting. You can freeze them in a single layer on a baking sheet and then move them to a freezer-safe container if you wish to store them longer.
How to Soften Candied Fruit?
It’s easy to do and works with any dried fruit. Place the dried fruit into a small bowl and pour boiling water. After letting it steep for ten to fifteen minutes, strain the fruit and throw away the water. The fruit will be softer, more juicy, and plumper.