Caramel “Apple” Grapes
The crisp fall weather has hit Iowa and I’ve brought out the pumpkin spice candles and the crockpot. I love this time of year and the food that comes with it. Caramel apples are one of the most popular fall weather treat, but just too messy and hard to eat for my liking, especially with kids.
When I tasted these caramel grapes awhile back at a family reunion, I had to make them. They surprisingly taste like little caramel apples and can be made fancy and eaten on a stick or you can eat a bowl full with a fork.
All you need is a bag of red, seedless grapes (the bigger the better), a few tablespoons of sour cream and Marzetti’s caramel apple dip (I chose fat free). You can also make this homemade caramel dip if you prefer. To make things fancier, I stuck each grape with either toothpicks or lollipop sticks to mimic a traditional caramel apple.
I love how simple this recipe is. First, heat the caramel in the microwave in 10 second intervals until it is warm and has smooth consistency. Mix in 2 Tablespoons of sour cream. Dunk the grapes that are on the sticks into the caramel to cover. If you want to add chopped nuts, sprinkles, or crushed m&ms now would be the time do it it.
To make them stand up, you need to make sure there is an excess amount of caramel on the bottom and place them on a lined baking sheet. (You could possible cut off a very small portion of the grape to make a flat surface to ensure that it will stand up, but that would be tedious). Cool in the fridge.
If you don’t want to take the time to put each grapes on sticks and dunk them, you can also pour the caramel over the bowl of grapes and mix and serve chilled in a big bowl. These Apple Cider Cups are another fun, fall treat!
| Caramel “Apple” Grapes |
- 1 bag of large, red, seedless grapes
- 1 tub of caramel dip for apples
- 2 Tbls sour cream
- Lollipop sticks or toothpicks (optional)
- Crushed nuts, m&ms or sprinkles (optional)
- Heat the caramel in the microwave for 10 second intervals until it is warm and has smooth consistency. Mix in 2 Tablespoons of sour cream. Dunk the grapes that are on the sticks into the caramel to cover. Roll in chopped nuts, sprinkles, or crushed m&ms.
- To make them stand up, you need to make sure there is an excess amount of caramel on the bottom and place them on a lined baking sheet. (You could possible cut off a very small portion of the grape to make a flat surface to ensure that it will stand up, but that would be tedious). Cool in the fridge.
Comment by Rob on 19 September 2011:
This is a pretty cool recipe. i would never think to dip grapes in caramel. We always do apples but not I need to try this recipe. They look pretty cool. Thanks for sharing.
Comment by Tricia nightowlmama on 19 September 2011:
i can make these right now… I have everything I need. OH Looks so yummmy.
Comment by Stefani on 19 September 2011:
What a great idea! I would have never thought to dip grapes.
Comment by Hanan on 19 September 2011:
What a great idea! I never thought to use grapes.
Comment by Louise on 19 September 2011:
This is super cute and so healthy!
Comment by Cat Davis - Food Family Finds on 19 September 2011:
Those are such a cute idea and we happen to have all of the ingredients for these.
Comment by Taryn @ Formal Fringe on 19 September 2011:
Oh, I’ll have to try this! The boyfriend loves caramel apples–and I think he’d love them more if they were bite-sized. Thanks so much!
Comment by Shop with Me Mama (Kim) on 19 September 2011:
What an absolutely ADORABLE idea!
Comment by Madison Chloe on 20 September 2011:
Caramel grapes, it’s so new, but it looks so chic and adult, I love it, this could be served at a tasting party, fantastic idea.
Comment by Tamara on 20 September 2011:
What a cute idea! I bet they would be awesome frozen too. Or at least freezing the grapes first and then dipping and eating. Yum!
Comment by Lauren on 20 September 2011:
So cute and so easy! Can’t wait to try it, thanks for the idea.
Comment by Shawnda on 20 September 2011:
I saw these on Foodgawker – too cute!
Comment by mjskit on 20 September 2011:
These are such cute little sweet bites! They are so easy that it appears that you could do just a few for a fast little snack. I love them!
Comment by Laura @ A Healthy Jalapeño on 20 September 2011:
seriously how adorable are these. I love them {and i love grapes} so it’s an absolute winner.
Laura @ A Healthy Jalapeño
Comment by Rachel (teacher-chef) on 20 September 2011:
These are too cute for their own good AND are now added to my Pumpkin Carving Menu Must-Haves for next Month (and some testing between now and then!)
Comment by Dee D. on 20 September 2011:
ooh, love the idea! the “apples” look so cute!
Comment by Mommyof2Girlz/StephD on 21 September 2011:
Those are so cute and perfect after school snack for my little ones. Fabulous idea!!
Comment by Liz on 24 September 2011:
Love them!! They taste like little PB&J’s with chopped peanuts on them.
Comment by Lynsey Jones on 27 September 2011:
Oh how NEAT! What a terrific idea!!
Comment by Dharma on 6 October 2011:
I saw the recipe on Save the date for Cupcakes and love it. Congratulations. Greetings from Madrid
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Comment by tam on 17 October 2011:
What does the sour cream do???
Comment by Donna on 25 October 2011:
I love this idea! Much easier to eat than caramel apples. And I think my son would like this!
Comment by permanent false eyelashes on 16 November 2011:
I do accept as true with all of the ideas you’ve presented for your post. They’re very convincing and will definitely work. Still, the posts are very quick for starters. May just you please extend them a little from subsequent time? Thanks for the post.
Comment by Shelly on 7 January 2012:
Wow, what a neat idea! I need to show this to my girls since they love grapes, caramel and actual caramel apples. These would be great for parties. Thanks for sharing.