Description
Prosecco Grapes are a delightful and refreshing treat made by marinating crunchy green grapes in prosecco and then coating them in sugar. Perfect as a fancy snack or party appetizer, these grapes absorb the sparkling wine’s flavor and develop a sweet, fizzy burst with every bite. They can be enjoyed chilled or slightly frozen for an extra refreshing experience.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3-4 cups green grapes (crunchy grapes work best)
- 1 bottle of champagne or prosecco (does not need to be expensive)
- 1 cup cane sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Grapes: Start by washing the grapes thoroughly and then carefully remove each grape from the stem to have them ready for marination.
- Poke Holes in Grapes: Use a toothpick to gently poke a few holes in each grape. This allows the prosecco to seep inside and infuse the grapes with flavor.
- Marinate Grapes: Place the grapes in a large bowl and cover them completely with a bottle of prosecco. Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator to marinate for a minimum of 8 hours, ideally overnight. Grapes can soak for up to 24 hours for a stronger flavor.
- Drain and Sugar Coat: Remove the grapes from the prosecco, draining off the liquid (which can be saved for a cocktail). While the grapes are still wet, toss them in cane sugar to coat evenly, allowing the sugar to stick well.
- Chill or Freeze: Spread the sugared grapes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate if serving soon or freeze them if you want a cold, refreshing frozen treat. Bring to room temperature before serving if frozen.
Notes
- Use crunchy grapes for best results; avoid any grapes that are soft or soggy.
- Poking holes in the grapes allows the prosecco to penetrate, giving them more flavor.
- Toss grapes in sugar while still wet to ensure the sugar sticks properly.
- You can freeze the grapes and take them out to thaw slightly before serving.
- Grapes can marinate for up to 24 hours in advance for stronger flavor infusion.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12 of recipe
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
