With Sour Patch Grapes, you'll get a frozen treat that's perfect for summer snacking. Frozen green grapes are covered in a sour Jello mixture that makes them both sweet and tangy.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Perfect for summer snacking. This is a simple snack to store in the freezer for hot days - get a serving of fruit in a snack that tastes like a treat!
- Just 4 ingredients make this a pretty inexpensive snack too (significantly less than buying them pre-made from the frozen aisle).
- This is a great snack to batch prep - they last for months in the freezer!
Ingredients & Substitutions
- 3lbs green seedless grapes - I like to use green for this recipe because they're a little tart. This can definitely be made with red grapes or cotton candy grapes; they'll just be a little sweeter.
- ¼ cup lemon juice - Either bottled or fresh is totally fine; this will be the equivalent of about a lemon's worth of juice.
- 3 3oz packs of jello - I went with pineapple, lime, and strawberry for this batch, but use any flavor of jello that you'd like! You'll need roughly a pack of jello per pound of grapes.
- 1 tablespoon citric acid - This ingredient is optional, but we really like it because it give the grapes that sour patch tartness. You'll want to make sure you buy the kind that's food grade (it should be clearly listed on the packaging). You won't need much of this - about a tablespoon in a 3oz pack of jello is plenty!
How to Make Sour Patch Grapes
- Prep the Grapes. Start by thoroughly washing your grapes and patting them completely dry with a towel. Dry grapes will help ensure that the lemon juice isn't diluted. Once dry, remove the stems and place the grapes in a large mixing bowl.
- Make the Coating Mix. In a small bowl, combine your desired flavor of Jello mix with citric acid. This is where the sweet and sour flavor comes from. If you're using more than one Jello flavor, prep each one in a separate bowl so the colors and flavors stay distinct.
- Add Lemon Juice. Pour a small amount of lemon juice over the grapes - just enough to lightly coat them. Toss the grapes gently in the bowl so the juice evenly covers all sides. This step helps the coating stick and adds a bright tangy flavor.
- Coat the Grapes. Add the grapes to a Ziplock bag and pour in the jello/citric acid mixture. Shake the bag to coat the grapes.
- Freeze Until Firm. Spread the coated grapes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment or wax paper. Place the tray in the freezer and let the grapes freeze for at least 8 hours, or overnight.
- Store and Enjoy. Once the grapes are fully frozen, transfer them to an airtight container or freezer-safe bag. Keep them stored in the freezer and enjoy them straight from there - they make a perfect sweet, tangy, and refreshing treat!
Step-by-Step Recipe Video
Try more fruity summer snacks: you'll love this easy mango sorbet, or my cream cheese dip that's perfect with fruit!
Helpful Tips & Tricks
- STORAGE: These should be stored in an airtight container in the freezer (I use a freezer bag). I recommend enjoying them within a month or two of freezing; past that, they tend to get kind of sticky.
- If you'd like to experiment, you can use a lemonade or drink mix in place of the jello mix. You'll need roughly the same amount.
More Fruity Favorites
I hope you love this easy summer treat. If you give them a try, make to rate and review them in the comments - I'd love to hear which jello flavor was your favorite!
Sour Patch Grapes
With Sour Patch Grapes, you'll get a frozen treat that's perfect for summer snacking. Frozen green grapes are covered in a sour Jello mixture that makes them both sweet and tangy.
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Ingredients
- 3 lbs green seedless grapes (washed and dried)
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 9 oz jello powder
- 3 tablespoon food-grade citric acid
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together jello mix and citric acid (keeping separate flavors in separate bowls if needed).
- Sprinkle lemon juice over grapes and toss.
- Add grapes and jello/citric acid mix to a Ziplock bag. Shake the grapes to coat.
- Place coated grapes in the freezer for at least 8 hours. Once frozen, store in an airtight container (like a freezer bag).
Notes
- Storage: Keep grapes in an airtight container in the freezer. Best enjoyed within 1–2 months before they start to get sticky.
- Jello Alternative: You can swap the jello mix for a lemonade or drink mix - use roughly the same amount.
- Green seedless grapes are more tart, but red or cotton candy grapes work for a sweeter version.
- Jello Mix: You'll need about one 3oz pack per pound of grapes. Flavors like pineapple, lime, and strawberry work well.
- The citric acid is optional; it adds a sour candy flavor. Use 1 tablespoon total (about 1 tablespoon per 3oz pack of jello). Make sure it's food grade.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 206kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 3gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 122mgPotassium: 268mgFiber: 1gSugar: 43gVitamin A: 90IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg
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Leslie Lambert is a lifestyle writer and content creator specializing in home organization, family recipes, and intentional living. With 16 years of experience in blogging and digital storytelling, she helps busy women create calm, purposeful homes they love.
