Lemon Jelly with Frosted Grapes
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly elegant, Lemon Jelly with Frosted Grapes is the ultimate dessert to refresh your palate and impress your guests. This recipe combines the tangy vibrance of freshly squeezed lemon juice with the subtle sweetness of delicately set jelly, creating a light and flavorful treat perfect for any occasion. Topped with glistening frosted grapes—crafted by coating seedless grapes in a sparkling sugar crust—this dessert is as beautiful as it is delicious. Quick to prepare with minimal cooking time, this show-stopping citrus dessert needs just a few hours to set in the fridge before it’s ready to dazzle. Serve chilled for a stunning finale that’s both refreshing and delightful. Keywords: lemon jelly, frosted grapes, citrus dessert, light and refreshing dessert, elegant chilled dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 packets unflavored gelatin
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 cups green or red seedless grapes
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat.
Sprinkle 2 packets of unflavored gelatin over the surface of the sugar water. Allow it to bloom for 2 minutes, then gently stir until the gelatin is fully dissolved.
Stir in 1 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of lemon zest. Pour the mixture into six individual serving glasses or a single large mold.
Refrigerate the lemon jelly for 4 hours or until fully set.
While the jelly is setting, prepare the frosted grapes. Wash and completely dry 2 cups of seedless grapes. In a small bowl, whisk 2 large egg whites until frothy.
Dip the grapes into the egg whites, ensuring they are fully coated, then roll them in 1 cup of granulated sugar to create a frosted layer. Place the sugared grapes on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let them air dry for 1-2 hours.
Once the lemon jelly is fully set, garnish each serving with a handful of frosted grapes on top or alongside. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1881 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 156 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 474.2 g | 172% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 453.0 g | ||
| Protein | 22.2 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 950 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
