Candied Frozen Sour Grapes

This recipe for Candied Frozen Sour Grapes, famously known as “Sour Patch Grapes,” is the viral candy-snack hybrid you have to try. This incredibly simple, no-bake recipe transforms tart green grapes into a crunchy, sweet, and sour treat that’s completely addictive. Each grape is coated in a vibrant, sugary shell that delivers an intense burst of flavor, followed by a refreshing, icy crunch.

With just a few ingredients, you can create a fun, healthier alternative to your favorite sour candy. They are the perfect refreshing snack for a hot day, a fun party treat, or a simple way to satisfy a sweet and sour craving. Get ready to see why this easy recipe took the internet by storm!

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Viral Sensation: The trendy snack everyone is talking about is so easy to make at home.
• Sweet & Sour Explosion: The perfect combination of tartness from the grape and a sweet and sour candy coating.
• Incredibly Easy: A simple, no-bake recipe with just a few ingredients.
• Healthier Candy Alternative: Get that candy fix from a refreshing, fruit-based treat.

Ingredients

• 1 lb Green Grapes, washed and stemmed
• 1 (3 oz) box Lime or Green Apple Gelatin Powder (like Jell-O)
• Juice of 1 Lime (or 2 tablespoons of water)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep the Grapes: Wash the grapes thoroughly and remove them from the stems. Pat them completely dry with a paper towel.
2. Dampen the Grapes: Place the dry grapes in a large bowl. Drizzle with the lime juice and toss gently until the grapes are just slightly damp. You don’t want them to be soaking wet.
3. Prepare the Coating: Pour the gelatin powder into a separate, shallow dish or a large zip-top bag.
4. Coat the Grapes: Working in batches, add the damp grapes to the gelatin powder. Toss or shake the bag until each grape is fully and evenly coated in the powder.
5. Freeze: Place the coated grapes in a single layer on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Make sure they aren’t touching, or they will freeze together.
6. Enjoy: Freeze for at least 2-3 hours, or until the grapes are completely firm. Serve straight from the freezer.

Tips & Variations

• Pro Tip: The key to a perfect coating is starting with completely dry grapes and then making them just tacky enough with the lime juice for the powder to stick. Too much liquid will make the coating gummy.
• Different Flavors: The possibilities are endless! Try using different flavors of gelatin powder like strawberry, blue raspberry, or a mix of several for a rainbow effect.
• Make Them Extra Sour: For a true sour-punch flavor, mix 1-2 teaspoons of citric acid into the gelatin powder before coating the grapes.
• Sugar-Free Version: This recipe works great with sugar-free gelatin powder for a low-sugar, keto-friendly treat.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• How do I store candied frozen grapes?
  • Store them in a freezer-safe, airtight container or zip-top bag in the freezer. They will keep for up to a month.
• Do I have to use green grapes?
  • Green grapes work best because their natural tartness provides the “sour” in “sweet and sour.” Red grapes will be much sweeter but are still delicious.
• Why aren’t my grapes crunchy?
  • They need to be fully frozen to achieve that signature icy crunch. Make sure you leave them in the freezer for at least 2-3 hours.

Serving Suggestions

• These candied grapes are the ultimate refreshing snack served straight from the freezer. They are a huge hit at parties, a perfect treat for a hot summer day, and a fun way to get kids excited about eating fruit.

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3-Ingredient Frozen Candied Grapes

These kid-friendly candied grapes are the perfect Sour Patch swap! Fresh green grapes are coated in lime juice, rolled in monk fruit sweetener (and optional citric acid for tang), then frozen into refreshing, healthy sour candies.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 2 hours hrs

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 67

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 4 cups green grapes, cleaned
• 1 cup Monk Fruit Sweetener, granulated
• 2 limes juiced
• 2-3 tsp citric acid (optional, for sourness)

Equipment

• Sheet pan with parchment/mats
• Mixing Bowls
• Juicer

Method

 

1. Cover a large baking dish or sheet pan with parchment paper. Clean the grapes thoroughly.
2. Place grapes in a large bowl. Add lime juice and mix well. Let sit in the fridge for 10 minutes.
3. In a medium bowl, combine monk fruit sweetener and citric acid.
4. Remove grapes from the fridge. Roll each grape in the monk fruit mixture until fully coated.
5. Transfer coated grapes to prepared baking sheet. Freeze for 2–3 hours before serving.

Notes

✨ Citric Acid: Adds sour punch—optional but recommended.
✨ Kid-friendly: Portion into freezer baggies for grab-and-go snacks.
✨ Sweetener Options: Works with Swerve, Stevia, Erythritol, or even a Jolly Rancher-inspired syrup with cotton candy grapes.
✨ Storage: Keep frozen in airtight container or freezer bag up to 1 month. Do not thaw—will become sticky.