Preparation
20 minutesCooking
30 minutesServes
2-3 people
Dried grapes are not only delicious as a snack but also make great ingredients for cakes and candies. Today, we will show you how to make a simple yet mouthwatering sweet and sour grape candy.
1Ingredients for Grape Candy
- 100g dried grapes
- 10g gelatin
- 120g malt syrup
- 10g unsalted butter
- Whipping cream
- 10g dried coconut flakes
Ingredients for Grape Candy
2How to Make Grape Candy
Step 1 Prepare the Ingredients
First, take a small bowl and mix gelatin with 30ml of water. Stir well and let it sit for about 20 minutes to bloom.
Next, take 100g of dried grapes and put them in a blender. Blend until you have a smooth puree.
Preparing the Ingredients
Step 2 Cook the Candy
Take a non-stick pan or pot and place it over medium heat. Add 120g of malt syrup and 20ml of water to the pan. Cook over low heat, stirring continuously until the malt syrup is completely dissolved.
Once the syrup is boiling, add in 10g of unsalted butter and 1 teaspoon of whipping cream. Stir well. Then, add the pureed grapes and gelatin to the mixture and continue stirring. When the candy mixture comes to a boil, add 10g of dried coconut flakes and mix well. Turn off the heat.
Cooking the Grape Candy
Step 3 Mold the Candy
Line a mold with plastic wrap, followed by a layer of parchment paper. Sprinkle some dried coconut flakes on top. Pour the candy mixture into the mold, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle more coconut flakes on top and cover with another layer of parchment paper. Place the mold in the refrigerator for about 5 hours to set.
Molding the Grape Candy
Step 4 Enjoy Your Candy
Once the candy has hardened, remove it from the mold and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Wrap each piece with parchment paper. Store the candies in the refrigerator if you don’t plan to eat them right away.
Enjoy Your Grape Candy
3Taste and Texture
This grape candy has a chewy texture and is packed with the distinctive flavor of dried grapes. It has a sweet and tangy taste with a hint of coconut that adds a nice crunch and creamy mouthfeel. It’s a delightful treat that’s hard to resist!
Grape Candy – A Delicious Treat
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We hope you enjoyed this simple recipe for grape candy. Impress your family and friends with this delicious treat this holiday season!
Frequently asked questions
You will need the following ingredients: 100g dried grapes, 10g gelatin, 120g malt syrup, 10g unsalted butter, whipping cream, and 10g dried coconut flakes. First, mix gelatin with water and let it sit. Then, blend dried grapes into a puree. Cook malt syrup with water over low heat until dissolved. Add butter, whipping cream, grape puree, and gelatin to the syrup. Stir in coconut flakes. Pour the mixture into a mold lined with plastic wrap and parchment paper, and sprinkle with more coconut flakes. Refrigerate for about 5 hours until set.
Grape candy has a chewy texture and is packed with the distinctive flavor of dried grapes. It has a sweet and tangy taste with a subtle hint of coconut, which adds a nice crunch and creamy mouthfeel.
If you don’t plan on eating the grape candy right away, wrap each piece in parchment paper and store them in the refrigerator.
Grape candy makes a delicious snack and can also be served as a dessert. It’s a great way to impress your family and friends during the holiday season!
