White Chocolate Grapes Recipes

WHITE CHOCOLATE GRAPES

Steps:

• Combine the white chocolate chips and shortening in a small microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave for 30 second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth. Spread the chopped peanuts out on a piece of waxed paper or a dinner plate.
• Dip clean, dry grapes into the chocolate, then roll in the peanuts. Set on waxed paper until dry. Warm chocolate as needed in the microwave to keep it liquid.

CHOCOLATE-DIPPED GRAPES

Steps:

• 1. Melt chocolate according to package instructions, or melt slowly in a double boiler until thin. Do not overcook.
• 2. Remove from heat. Add a pinch of orange zest to the chocolate, if desired and stir.
• 3. Dip each grape cluster in chocolate to coat, then place on wax paper to cool.
• Garnish with mint sprigs if desired. Serve as a side decoration with any kind of cheesecake or custard dessert, or present them as a mini-dessert all on their own. All varieties of fresh California grapes can be used.

CHOCOLATE COVERED GRAPES

Steps:

• 1. Line a large baking sheet with parchment or waxed paper. Use a scissor to snip the grapes into small bunches. Put them in the freezer while chocolate melts.
• 2. In medium pan, bring 2 inches of water to a bar simmer. Put chocolate in a stainless steel bowl big enough to rest on top of the pan and set it over the pan, making sure it doesn't touch the water. Heat, whisking occasionally, til most of the chocolate is melted. Remove from heat and whisk til smooth.
• 3. Hold a bunch of grapes by the stem over the bowl of chocolate. Use a spoon to spoon chocolate over grapes to cot them completely, letting excess drip back into bowl. Put on prepared baking sheet and repeat with remaining grapes. Freezer for 10 minutes and serve or refrigerate for up to 1 day before serving. Serves 4