Grape Dessert - My Recipe Treasures (2024)

FAQs

How can you tell if white or green grapes are fresh? ›

grapes should be firm, plump and tightly attached to the stems. Grapes that are wet, mouldy or shrivelled at the stem attachment should be avoided, as they indicate decay. If grapes are at their freshest, the stems will be green and flexible versus being dry and brittle when they're not so fresh.

Freeze them.

Frozen grapes are like a cross between sorbet bites and popsicles; a quick, sweet treat without the calories that'll cool you off on a hot day. Wash your grapes well, spread them out evenly in a dish or pan, and freeze for 1-2 hours. You can store them in a Ziploc bag for months!

Ripen the grapes: One of the simplest ways to sweeten sour grapes is to let them ripen for a few more days. Grapes continue to ripen after they are picked, so if you have a bunch of sour grapes, you can leave them at room temperature for a few days until they become sweeter.

Stem and seed color: In many varieties, both stems and seeds will turn brown as they ripen. Grape taste: A ripe grape is sweet. The flesh, skin and seeds won't be bitter.

The superior grape stems from personal preference. Red grapes are often considered sweeter whereas green grapes are sourer.

The Best Way To Store Grapes

A bowl of countertop grapes may look pretty and inviting, but, in fact, leaving grapes out on the counter is not a good way to keep the fruit fresh. For crisp and tasty grapes (read: not mushy), you'll want to store them in a container in your fridge's crisper drawer.

Stored dry in a well-ventilated container in the crisper drawer of your fridge, grapes can last up to three weeks. They won't last nearly as long at room temperature, and they'll lose their crispness more quickly.

No need to toss all the grapes if you see some that look moldy or wrinkled. Pick through the bunch and get rid of only the bad ones to prevent the mold from spreading to the rest of the bunch. If you notice a white coating on your grapes, they are still good to eat.

To extend the shelf life of grapes, do not wash the grapes until ready to eat or use. Properly stored, grapes will usually keep for about 7 to 14 days in the fridge.

When dogs eat grapes of any kind and in any form, they are at risk of kidney (renal) failure. All types of grapes, whether cooked, seedless, peeled, dried, or fresh, are toxic to dogs, even in small amounts. You should also avoid giving your dog any grape products such as raisins, juices, jelly, or jam.

What goes with grapes for a snack? ›

It's a quick and easy snack both kids and adults will love. Grapes & Cheese. Cubed cheese, whole wheat crackers and sweet grapes are a snack-time favorite!

Wash and dry small clusters of sweet seedless grapes, then place in sealable plastic bags and store in the freezer. Or, remove the grapes from the stems and place, in a single layer, on a baking tray lined with non-stick baking paper.

In general, dark red and purple grapes are higher in antioxidants than green or white grapes. The antioxidants found in grapes can help protect your cells from free radicals, which are a natural byproduct of your body's biological processes.

That powdery-looking coating—called bloom—is a natural substance that seals in the fruit's moisture and protects against insects and bacteria.

Answer: Grapes no longer develop sugar once they're picked. Other examples of fruit that don't ripen after picking are cherries and figs. Leave them on the vine as long as you can. Some fruits like peaches and plums continue to develop sugars and become sweeter after they have been harvested.

Grapes should be firm, plump and firmly attached to the stems. Avoid grapes that are wet, moldy or shriveled at the stem. If you see a powdery-white coating on your grapes, don't worry! It's bloom, a naturally-occurring substance that helps protect the grapes from moisture loss.

Stored dry in a well-ventilated container in the crisper drawer of your fridge, grapes can last up to three weeks. They won't last nearly as long at room temperature, and they'll lose their crispness more quickly.

Store in a cold place: Avoid storing grapes at room temperature unless you're serving them the day of purchase. If you plan to serve the grapes within a week, place the bunch in the back of the fridge or inside a crisper drawer with a high humidity setting (away from fruits and veggies requiring lower humidity).