Just like Tanghulu candied fruit, candied grapes are a delicious treat that is perfect for any occasion. Kids will absolutely love these little fruity bombs—each bite bursting with juicy grape goodness and a crunchy candy coating. You can serve the candied grapes as a fun afternoon snack or dessert or at a summer party, a festive Christmas gathering, or any special occasion. What’s more, this candy grapes recipe is so easy to make. You only need grapes, sugar, water, and some patience. You can also involve the whole family in rolling the grapes in sugar. It’s a fun activity, and everyone will lick their fingers. And if the summer bounty left you with a lot of fresh grapes, why not try other grape-inspired recipes like refreshing grape juice or savory stuffed grape leaves?
Jello Powder: Choose your favorite to add color and flavor. Crushed Jolly Ranchers: For sweet, crunchy coating. Ground Nuts (Almonds or Pecans): For a nutty, crunchy twist. Coconut Flakes: For a tropical flavor and chewy texture. Melted or Grated Chocolate: Dip each grape in smooth, melted milk chocolate for a rich, glossy finish, or lightly roll syrup-coated grapes in finely grated chocolate for a delicate, flaky coating. For extra texture, add crushed nuts before the chocolate hardens.
Then, carefully place the grapes into the saucepan with the syrup. Swirl them around to coat them entirely, or use a spoon to cover them with the sugar mixture. You can check how dry they are by touching them with your finger – they should be sticky, but the syrup should not feel wet. If they are wet, when you coat them with sugar, the sugar crystals will melt. Now is the best time to involve the kids and family—everyone will have fun rolling the grapes. Alternatively, you can use a small sifter to sprinkle sugar over the grapes. Then, flip them and sprinkle the other side. Watch the video to see how I made them. Once coated with sugar, set the candied grapes aside for another 30-60 minutes. Then you can store them for later or enjoy them.
