Description
Prosecco Grapes are a delightful and refreshing treat made by marinating crunchy green grapes in bubbly prosecco and then coating them with sugar. This simple no-cook recipe results in sweet, sparkling bites perfect for parties, dessert platters, or an elegant snack.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3-4 cups green grapes (preferably crunchy)
- 1 bottle of champagne or prosecco (any quality)
- 1 cup cane sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Grapes: Thoroughly wash the grapes and remove each one from the stem carefully to avoid bruising.
- Pierce the Grapes: Use a toothpick to poke small holes in each grape. This step helps the prosecco to seep in and infuse flavor effectively.
- Marinate: Place the pierced grapes in a large bowl and cover them completely with the bottle of prosecco. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for a minimum of 8 hours, ideally overnight. Grapes can marinate up to 24 hours for maximum infusion.
- Drain and Sugar Coat: After marination, drain the prosecco from the grapes (save it for cocktails if you like). While the grapes are still damp, toss them in the cane sugar so it sticks evenly.
- Freeze or Chill: Spread the sugared grapes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place the baking sheet in the freezer or refrigerator until ready to serve. Frozen grapes can be allowed to thaw to room temperature before enjoying if preferred.
Notes
- Use crunchy grapes for the best texture and flavor; avoid any that appear soggy or shriveled.
- Poking holes in the grapes allows the prosecco to infuse the fruit thoroughly.
- Toss grapes in sugar while still wet to ensure the sugar adheres properly.
- The grapes can be marinated for up to 24 hours in advance for deeper flavor.
- These grapes can be enjoyed frozen or chilled; allowing frozen grapes to come to room temperature slightly will soften them.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: approx. 1/4 cup (12 grapes)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
