How Do You Keep Caramel From Sliding Off Grapes?

Make sure the grapes are completely dry before dipping them. Moisture on the skin prevents caramel from adhering properly and can cause the coating to slide off. After washing the grapes, dry them carefully with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel. Allowing them to air-dry afterward can help remove any remaining surface moisture. It is also important to keep the caramel warm while working. Once melted, keep it over very low heat so it remains smooth enough for dipping.

Can You Make Caramel Apple Grapes the Night Before?

Yes. Caramel Apple Grapes can be prepared a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator, making them convenient for parties and holiday entertaining. Keep them chilled until you are close to serving time. They are delicious straight from the refrigerator, or you can let them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving. For the best presentation, arrange them carefully so the caramel coating and crunchy topping remain intact.

What Can I Use Instead of Peanuts?

There are plenty of alternatives if you don't want to use peanuts. Finely crushed pretzels are excellent for maintaining the salty crunch, while graham cracker crumbs, cookie crumbs, coconut, or toffee bits can give Caramel Apple Grapes a different flavor and texture. Whatever topping you choose, crush or chop it into relatively small pieces. Fine toppings adhere to the soft caramel more easily and create a more even coating. When preparing the recipe for someone with food allergies, check the labels of all packaged ingredients for relevant allergen and cross-contact information.

Easy Caramel Apple Grapes: Sweet Bite-Size Treat

Name: Caramel Apple Grapes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 30 seedless green grapes, washed and completely dried; 1 cup chewy caramel bits or caramel squares; 2 tablespoons heavy cream; 1 cup salted peanuts, finely crushed; 30 cocktail skewers or toothpicks

Description

Caramel Apple Grapes are an easy bite-size treat made with crisp seedless green grapes dipped in creamy caramel and coated with finely crushed salted peanuts. They deliver the sweet, tart, salty, and crunchy flavors of caramel apples in a fun party-friendly dessert.

Ingredients

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30 seedless green grapes, washed and completely dried
1 cup chewy caramel bits or caramel squares
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 cup salted peanuts, finely crushed
30 cocktail skewers or toothpicks

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Instructions

Wash the green grapes and dry them completely. Any remaining moisture can prevent the caramel from sticking.
Insert a cocktail skewer or toothpick into each grape without pushing it completely through.
Place the finely crushed salted peanuts in a shallow bowl and set aside.
Add the caramel bits or squares and heavy cream to a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
Stir continuously until the caramel is completely melted and smooth. Reduce the heat to the lowest setting to keep the caramel warm.
Holding a grape by its skewer, dip it into the warm caramel and allow the excess caramel to drip back into the saucepan.
Immediately dip the caramel-coated grape into the crushed peanuts, gently turning it to coat.
Place the finished grape on a plate or lined tray to set. Repeat with the remaining grapes, working one at a time.
Allow the coating to set, then serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

Notes

Make sure the grapes are completely dry before dipping or the caramel may slide off.
Keep the melted caramel over very low heat while assembling the grapes so it stays smooth and easy to dip.
About 22 individually wrapped caramel candies typically equal 1 cup, although the exact number varies by brand and candy size.
Finely crushed peanuts adhere better than large pieces.
For a peanut-free variation, try crushed pretzels, graham crackers, cookie crumbs, coconut, or another suitable topping.
The grapes can be prepared up to one day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
Serve them chilled or let them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 caramel apple grape
Calories: 65
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 41mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 2mg