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Sweet and sour grapes
This frozen snack is perfect for hot summer days. You’ll want to make an extra large batch when grapes are on sale because this recipe is a kid favourite.
Prep time
65 min
Cook time
0 min
Servings
2
Ingredients
- 250 mL (1 cup) grapes
- 1 mL (¼ tsp) citric acid or 1 tbsp lemon juice
Directions
- Wash grapes and cut in half, lengthwise.
- Place grapes in a container with a tight-fitting lid.
- Add citric acid, close container and shake well to coat.
- Place in the freezer for about an hour or until frozen through.
- Serve frozen.
Recipe developed by the Food Innovation and Research Studio at George Brown College for the Guelph Family Health Study's cookbook (PDF, 12.1 MB) and Health Canada.
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Tips
- Be sure to cut grapes in half lengthwise, this makes it safer for younger children to eat.
- Citric acid is the natural acid found in oranges, lemons, and limes. It’s what makes you pucker! Find it in bulk food stores, online or supermarkets.
- Can’t find citric acid? Use 15 mL (1 tbsp) of lemon juice instead of the citric acid.
- Older kids can practice their knife skills and slice grapes (with supervision). Little chefs can help by shaking the container.
