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Post by AussieMeg on Oct 14, 2021 9:28:57 GMT
frozen grapes?
We grew up eating frozen grapes, they were a real treat in summer.
I bought some grapes the other day and put half of them in the freezer. DD's boyfriend had never heard of eating frozen grapes. He tried one but hated the texture and couldn't eat it. DD and I were like - how can you hate the texture? It's like little icy pole (popsicle / ice lolly) balls! DSO refused point blank to even try them.
When I was a kid we also cut up oranges into segments and put them in the freezer too. I mentioned it to dad the other day, and he said that he used to do it when he was a boy, but they didn't freeze very well in the ice box (no fridge or freezer back then).
So how many of you have tried frozen grapes? 🍇 And how many of you have never tried it but will now?
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Post by joelise on Oct 14, 2021 9:37:44 GMT
I’ve never tried frozen grapes but I will buy some now and give them a try!
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Post by papercrafteradvocate on Oct 14, 2021 9:46:40 GMT
We currently have 2 gallon zip bags full of grapes in our freezer! Lol
It’s one of our favorite snacks.
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Post by peasapie on Oct 14, 2021 9:48:38 GMT
Never. But I’d happily try them.
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Post by gar on Oct 14, 2021 9:54:00 GMT
I've heard of them as a diet snack - a little burst of sweetness without any calories to speak of if you're craving something. I did try them but they didn't grab me particularly so I haven't done it since.
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Post by phoenixcov on Oct 14, 2021 9:56:18 GMT
I cut mine in half before freezing and then use as edible ice cubes as well as just eating from the freezer. I am on restricted fluids so these are a nice cooling treat for me.
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Post by MrsDepp on Oct 14, 2021 10:01:32 GMT
I like them, but not completely frozen.
A soft frozen
Kinda more like a frozen coke frozen.
But I also like to chew soft ice, like sonic ice.
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Post by monklady123 on Oct 14, 2021 10:13:06 GMT
frozen grapes? We grew up eating frozen grapes, they were a real treat in summer. I bought some grapes the other day and put half of them in the freezer. DD's boyfriend had never heard of eating frozen grapes. He tried one but hated the texture and couldn't eat it. DD and I were like - how can you hate the texture? It's like little icy pole (popsicle / ice lolly) balls! DSO refused point blank to even try them. When I was a kid we also cut up oranges into segments and put them in the freezer too. I mentioned it to dad the other day, and he said that he used to do it when he was a boy, but they didn't freeze very well in the ice box (no fridge or freezer back then). So how many of you have tried frozen grapes? 🍇 And how many of you have never tried it but will now? Always, from way back when I was a kid. My mother is Australian in fact...maybe it's an Aussie thing? lol. Anyway, yes we always had them stashed in the freezer. By the time I'd had my kids I'd forgotten about freezing them, until one time when the kids were old enough not to choke on them and we were visiting my parents...my mom pulled some out of the freezer and my kids loved them. So I started doing it at home. My dd still freezes them for herself. |
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Post by teddyw on Oct 14, 2021 10:57:15 GMT
Yes as kids. Now just for my wine on hot summer nights. Or any other frozen fruit that’s in the freezer.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 14, 2021 11:08:31 GMT
I admit I've only used frozen grapes to chill my wine. Never occurred to me to actually eat them.
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Post by melanell on Oct 14, 2021 11:12:18 GMT
We do freeze grapes, but as others have mentioned, we cut them in half first, typically. We use them as both a snack and as ice cubes.  |
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Post by Zee on Oct 14, 2021 11:22:13 GMT
Never had them or knew it was a thing
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Post by momto4kiddos on Oct 14, 2021 11:22:44 GMT
We've always occasionally frozen them. One of my grown dd's loves them and we pretty much always have grapes in the freezer  |
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Post by J u l e e on Oct 14, 2021 11:23:21 GMT
I have, but I think I was expecting something more when I first tried them. I don’t find them any more or less treat like than a grape from the refrigerator.
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Post by littlemama on Oct 14, 2021 11:38:54 GMT
I choked on an unfrozen grape last year, while working from home. Thank God ds was home and is cpr/first aid certified because he had to perform the Heimlich maneuver on me.
So, in short, I have not had frozen grapes since I was a child and I wont have them now!
Also, just a PSA, when I was choking, I was able to speak and breathe, although it was difficult. It had to do with where the grape was lodged, but that was not going to resolve itself without outside intervention. So, contrary to popular belief, it is possible to be choking and be able to breathe!
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Post by Spongemom Scrappants on Oct 14, 2021 11:42:34 GMT
I’ve used them in beverages but don’t prefer them as a snack. I hate chewing on super cold things. It doesn’t hurt my teeth. It’s just a preference. I’m not an ice chewer at all. I’m not even a big fan of ice cream for the same reason.
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Post by mollycoddle on Oct 14, 2021 11:54:14 GMT
Yes! I love grapes, frozen or unfrozen.
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Post by mollycoddle on Oct 14, 2021 11:55:27 GMT
I admit I've only used frozen grapes to chill my wine. Never occurred to me to actually eat them. I never thought of this. 🤔 What a great idea! |
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Post by kelly8875 on Oct 14, 2021 12:01:29 GMT
I remember once or twice freezing grapes for the kids when they were little on a super hot day if we were going to be out and taking snacks. Otherwise no, but I love grapes and just pop them in the fridge to eat.
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Post by lesley on Oct 14, 2021 12:07:20 GMT
I am totally obsessed with Muscat grapes at the moment, and spend a fortune on them. It hadn’t occurred to me to freeze them, but I am going to go and stick some in the freezer right now! They are unbelievably juicy so it will be interesting to see what they’re like.
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Post by paget on Oct 14, 2021 12:10:48 GMT
I have not eaten them. I’ve heard people talk about how much they love them for years, though. Lol. I have grapes in the fridge right now and that’s how I like them. I won’t bother trying freezer grapes because nothing frozen really appeals to me -I hate popsicles, slushees, that type of thing. I don’t chew ice and I’m not even really into ice cream besides on pie. |
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Post by vpohlman on Oct 14, 2021 12:12:41 GMT
I love them! As a treat and as an ice cube!
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Post by peabay on Oct 14, 2021 12:13:36 GMT
They are so refreshing on a really hot day. Frozen watermelon balls are too!
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Post by summer on Oct 14, 2021 12:29:15 GMT
I've had them but I prefer them in the refrigerator instead of the freezer.
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Post by voltagain on Oct 14, 2021 12:33:19 GMT
frozen grapes? We grew up eating frozen grapes, they were a real treat in summer. I bought some grapes the other day and put half of them in the freezer. DD's boyfriend had never heard of eating frozen grapes. He tried one but hated the texture and couldn't eat it. DD and I were like - how can you hate the texture? It's like little icy pole (popsicle / ice lolly) balls! DSO refused point blank to even try them. When I was a kid we also cut up oranges into segments and put them in the freezer too. I mentioned it to dad the other day, and he said that he used to do it when he was a boy, but they didn't freeze very well in the ice box (no fridge or freezer back then). So how many of you have tried frozen grapes? 🍇 And how many of you have never tried it but will now? I have heard of them but not tried them. Given I don't really like popsicles and I don't really like it when my grapes are fridge level cold, I have a feeling they won't be a big hit with me. |
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Post by disneypal on Oct 14, 2021 12:34:51 GMT
I always eat my grapes frozen. When I bring them home, I wash them and put them in the freezer...it is the way I prefer to eat them. Yum!!
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Post by seaexplore on Oct 14, 2021 12:35:42 GMT
Not a fan.
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Post by AussieMeg on Oct 14, 2021 12:44:23 GMT
They are so refreshing on a really hot day. Frozen watermelon balls are too! You know, I've always thought about trying frozen watermelon, but have never actually done it. Although we do have a frozen fruit mix for smoothies that has watermelon in it. I have just bought a watermelon, I'm going to go and make some balls to put in the freezer right now. I choked on an unfrozen grape last year, while working from home. Thank God ds was home and is cpr/first aid certified because he had to perform the Heimlich maneuver on me. That must have been terrifying!! I'm so glad your son was home to help you. |
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on Oct 14, 2021 12:49:32 GMT
I've tried them, but they are just too cold for my teeth.
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Post by peano on Oct 14, 2021 12:51:30 GMT
I’ve never had them, probably because I don’t like them unfrozen either (unless they’re squashed and in a glass). I do like frozen pineapple.
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