When my kids start begging for candy, I happily make them some sweet and sour candy-coated grapes instead. This candied grapes recipe takes just 15 minutes to throw together with only 3 ingredients. Talk about easy! Green grapes, Jell-O powder mix, and a little lime juice are all I need to make a delicious and healthy candy my kids can’t get enough of!
Sweet and Sour Candy-coated Jell-O Grapes
Turning juicy grapes into a craveworthy candy with a box of jell-o mix is the easiest way to make a treat for my kids. And they never complain that it’s not “real candy”! They love sour patch kids and other sour candies, and these grapes have a similar chewy bite, the same bright colors, and a bit of a sour twist. My boys love to help me make these, so we turn snack time into craft time too.
All it takes to make this candied grapes recipe is a bunch of sour green grapes, a pinch of lime juice, water, and some gelatin powder (any color or flavor you like!). These jello-coated grapes contain vitamin C, Iron, potassium, and even 5 grams of protein, so they’re a healthier candy substitute. They are still high in sugar, though, so I make them a once-in-a-while treat.
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Choose Your Favorite Flavors!
You can customize this candy-covered grapes recipe using different jello flavors based on your preference. I used cherry, lime, berry blue, strawberry, and orange. Watermelon, pineapple, raspberry, or even cranberry would also be delicious! For an even healthier option, use dye-free Jell-O.
Candy Grapes Recipe
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 1 pound seedless green grapes chilled*
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (from 1 lime)
- ½ cup water
- 15 ounces dry Jell-O mix any flavor (5 boxes)
Instructions
- Line rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Pour the gelatin flavors into 5 separate small bowls.15 ounces dry Jell-O mix
- Remove the stems and wash grapes.1 pound seedless green grapes
- In a large bowl, add the grapes and water. Squeeze in the lime juice and toss to coat. Make sure grapes are wet.½ cup water, 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Place each grape on a toothpick.
- Then roll and dredge through gelatin, alternating colors.
- Place on prepared sheet to set up. Gelatin will dry slightly.
- Eat immediately or chill on sheet in a single layer.
Notes
- Make sure to fully remove the stems from the grapes. No one wants to bite into a tough stem!
- If you plan to feed these to young children, be sure to use seedless grapes to prevent choking. You may also want to cut the grapes in half.
- These can be frozen but that makes them very very cold and hard for little mouths. We just chill them and we are happy campers.
How To Make Candied Grapes with Jell-O Mix Step-by-Step
Prep the Jell-O and Grapes: Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside. Pour 15 ounces (5 boxes) of assorted jello flavors into 5 separate small bowls. Remove the stems and wash 1 pound of seedless green grapes.
Dip the Grapes: In a large bowl, add the grapes and ½ cup of water. Then squeeze in 2 tablespoons of lime juice and toss to coat. Make sure the grapes are wet so the gelatin adheres. Place each grape on a toothpick, then roll and dredge through gelatin, alternating colors.
Dry the Grapes: Place jello-coated grapes on the prepared baking sheet to set and harden. The gelatin will dry slightly. Eat right away or chill on the sheet in a single layer.
How to Store
These jello grapes are best consumed right away, or within 1 day of making. Store candied grapes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days, or freeze for 3 months. The texture of the candied coating may change after a few days in the fridge. If frozen, thaw in the fridge before eating.
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