candied grapes
These candied grapes are basically tiny glassy candy orbs; cold, juicy cotton candy grapes dipped in hot sugar syrup, then rolled in crushed Jolly Ranchers for a bright, crunchy shell that actually cracks when you bite it. They’re sweet, loud, and ridiculously satisfying, and the best part is they come together fast once the syrup hits the right temperature. Chill them after so the coating sets hard and glossy, then try not to eat them all straight off the tray.
How to make candied grapes?
In medium pot whisk together sugar, water and karo syrup. Bring to boil over medium high heat. While the syrup is boiling line 3 cookie sheets with parchment paper. Once the syrup reaches 280f whisk in kool aid powder and food coloring. Remove from heat once the temperature is 300f. Insert a toothpick at the bottom of a grape and dip the whole grape in the syrup. Then immediately roll it in the crushed jolly ranchers and place it on the prepared cookie sheet to cool. Remove the toothpick immediately. Repeat with rest of the grapes. If the sugar mixture starts to thicken heat it over medium heat, be careful not to burn it. Place the candied grapes in refrigerator to cool for about 10 minutes. Then package them in airtight containers.
Tips
Make sure the grapes are completely dry when dipped to ensure the sugar hardens properly and doesn’t melt.
If the sugar coating is chewy instead of crunchy it means that the syrup didn’t get hot enough or there is too much moisture.
For deeper, creamy color add white food coloring in the syrup.
You can use any kool aid flavor but my personal favorite is blue raspberry!
Delicious frozen!
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