THE BEST CANDY GRAPES RECIPE

Gather large firm grapes and toothpicks.

Prepare the candy mixture by combining 4 cups of sugar, 3 cups of water, and 1 cup of Karo syrup in a pot. Mix well to avoid sugar settling at the bottom.

Use a candy thermometer, ensuring it does not touch the bottom of the pot for accurate temperature readings.

Crush Jolly Ranchers in a blender to a fine powdery consistency with a few chunks remaining. Store in a Ziploc bag to prevent sticking.

Add optional flavor oil (like peach) and food coloring to the candy mixture, mixing well.

Dip the grapes into the candy mixture, scraping off excess candy on the side of the pot to avoid a thick layer.

Coat the dipped grapes with crushed Jolly Ranchers for added flavor and appearance.

Pack the dipped grapes into 32-ounce or 16-ounce containers, ensuring they are well-filled and garnished with additional candy or wrapped in Fruit by the Foot.

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