Sparkling Grape Cluster Appetizer (Printable)

Juicy grapes coated in creamy cheese and nuts, arranged to mimic a sparkling grape cluster for festive gatherings.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Grapes

01 - 3 cups seedless green grapes, washed and thoroughly dried
02 - 3 cups seedless red grapes, washed and thoroughly dried

→ Cheese Coating

03 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
04 - 2 oz goat cheese, softened
05 - 1 tbsp honey
06 - 1/4 tsp fine sea salt

→ Nut & Garnish Coating

07 - 1 cup pistachios, finely chopped and lightly toasted
08 - 1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped and lightly toasted
09 - 1/4 cup edible gold or silver sprinkles or edible glitter (optional)
10 - 12 to 14 small mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

# Preparation Steps:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, goat cheese, honey, and sea salt until smooth and creamy.
02 - Use a small spoon or fingers to lightly coat each grape with the cheese mixture.
03 - Roll the cheese-coated grapes in the chopped pistachios and pecans, pressing gently to adhere. Optionally, roll some grapes in edible glitter or sprinkles for added sparkle.
04 - Place the grapes on a serving platter arranging them to mimic a grape cluster by alternating green and red grapes.
05 - Decorate the arrangement with mint leaves to simulate grape leaves.
06 - Refrigerate the coated grapes for at least 15 minutes to firm the cheese layer before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Elegant and festive presentation
  • Combination of creamy cheese and crunchy nuts
02 -
  • For a dairy-free version, use plant-based cream cheese and omit goat cheese
  • Substitute walnuts or almonds for pistachios or pecans if preferred
03 -
  • Ensure grapes are completely dry before coating to help cheese mixture stick
  • Toast nuts lightly to enhance flavor without overpowering the grapes
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