{"id":23127,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-08T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/cheese-grape-appetizers\/"},"modified":"2024-10-30T12:35:46","modified_gmt":"2024-10-30T17:35:46","slug":"cheese-grape-appetizers","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/cheese-grape-appetizers\/","title":{"rendered":"Grape Appetizer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;ve ever pondered eating an entire <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/top-10-cheese-balls\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/top-10-cheese-balls\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">cheese ball<\/a>, now&#8217;s your chance! Our grape appetizers are like miniature cheese balls with a surprise inside: a seedless grape. The combination of cheese and grapes is often seen together on a cheese plate or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-a-charcuterie-board\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-a-charcuterie-board\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">charcuterie board<\/a>, but not all in one self-contained bite\u2014until now. Cream cheese, blue cheese and parsley provide the lovely cheese flavor, and a coating of toasted almonds outside the cheese gives them a little nutty crunch. Get ready for lots of &#8220;oohs&#8221; and &#8220;aahs&#8221; once guests taste this delicious sweet and salty treat.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for a Grape Appetizer<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><em>\u202f<\/em><strong>Almonds:<\/strong> The chopped almonds add crunch to this tasty appetizer. As a coating, the nuts also help prevent the apps from sticking to one another or to the serving plate.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cream cheese:<\/strong> Softened cream cheese serves as the base of the cheese mixture in this recipe. It&#8217;s quite pliable and perfect for forming shapes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Blue cheese:<\/strong> Let the crumbled blue cheese reach room temperature before making this appetizer, as it will be easier to mix into the cream cheese.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parsley:<\/strong> Minced fresh parsley adds a bright note to the appetizers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Heavy whipping cream:<\/strong> Room-temperature heavy whipping cream helps make the cheese mixture more pliable. Use regular whipping cream if you can&#8217;t find heavy cream of any sort.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Seedless red or green grapes:<\/strong> Rinse the grapes and pat them dry ahead of time, as they need to be dry for the cheese mixture to adhere.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Prep the almonds<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2072224\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Grape-Appetizer_TOHD24_3942_SoniaBozzo_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Grape Appetizer Tohd24 3942 Soniabozzo 1\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Sonia Bozzo for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Preheat the oven to 275\u00b0F. Pulse the almonds in a food processor until they&#8217;re finely chopped, but do not overprocess them.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Bake the almonds<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2072225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Grape-Appetizer_TOHD24_3942_SoniaBozzo_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Grape Appetizer Tohd24 3942 Soniabozzo 2\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Sonia Bozzo for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Spread the almonds in a 15x10x1-inch pan and bake them until they&#8217;re golden brown, six to nine minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer them to a shallow bowl and allow them to cool slightly.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Make the cheese mixture<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2072226\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Grape-Appetizer_TOHD24_3942_SoniaBozzo_3.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Grape Appetizer Tohd24 3942 Soniabozzo 3\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Sonia Bozzo for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In another bowl, mix the cream cheese, blue cheese, parsley and cream until blended.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Assemble the grape-cheese balls<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2072227\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Grape-Appetizer_TOHD24_3942_SoniaBozzo_4.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Grape Appetizer Tohd24 3942 Soniabozzo 4\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Sonia Bozzo for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Insert a skewer into each grape. Roll the grapes in the cheese mixture, then in the almonds. Place the grape appetizers on waxed-paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate them, covered, until serving time.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2072228\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Grape-Appetizer_TOHD24_3942_SoniaBozzo_5.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Grape Appetizer Tohd24 3942 Soniabozzo 5\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Sonia Bozzo for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Grape Appetizer Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Add honey:<\/strong> Add a tablespoon or so of honey to the cheese mixture for a touch of sweetness.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Switch up the nuts:<\/strong> Chop <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/pistachio-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/pistachio-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">pistachios<\/a>, walnuts or pecans for a slightly different flavor profile. Using salted roasted nuts of any sort will add more of a salty flavor to the outside of the appetizers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Change cheeses:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re not a huge fan of blue cheese, use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/goat-cheese-recipes-for-people-who-really-love-it\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/goat-cheese-recipes-for-people-who-really-love-it\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">goat cheese<\/a> instead. Fresh goat cheese, rather than aged, is creamy and spreadable, making it ideal for cheese ball recipes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store a Grape Appetizer<\/h2>\n<p>Store the cheese grape appetizers on a serving tray or plate in the refrigerator. Loosely cover them with plastic wrap, using the toothpicks to prop the wrap up so it isn&#8217;t sticking to the appetizers.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you make grape appetizers ahead of time?<\/h3>\n<p>Sure! This is an excellent recipe to make early in the day or the night before a party. Keep the apps in the refrigerator until serving time.<\/p>\n<h2>Grape Appetizer Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2072229\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Grape-Appetizer_TOHD24_3942_SoniaBozzo_6.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Grape Appetizer Tohd24 3942 Soniabozzo 6\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Sonia Bozzo for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Which blue cheese should I use?<\/h3>\n<p>While some blue cheeses might be labeled simply &#8220;blue cheese,&#8221; there&#8217;s more than one variety. Gorgonzola is an excellent choice, as long as you choose the &#8220;dolce&#8221; or &#8220;sweet&#8221; variety of this Italian cheese. Dolce Gorgonzola is creamy and almost buttery compared with Gorgonzola piccante, which is better for crumbling atop salads. Roquefort is another variety that&#8217;s excellent for this recipe, as it&#8217;s creamy and salty.<\/p>\n<h3>How can I get the cheese to make a nice ball shape on the grapes?<\/h3>\n<p>If you find it difficult to roll the grapes in the cheese, do it by hand without the toothpick in the grapes. Wear disposable food-prep gloves, and drop several grapes into the cheese mixture at a time. Form a ball of cheese around each grape, then roll them in the crushed nuts.<\/p>\n<h3>How can I present the appetizers with grapes and cheese?<\/h3>\n<p>Place the appetizers on a platter in the shape of a bunch of grapes. If you have a grape leaf or two, set those on the platter beneath the grapes, or tuck a few basil leaves into the bunch for a similar visual effect. Drizzle honey or a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/balsamic-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/balsamic-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">balsamic glaze<\/a> lightly on the grapes for an interesting flavor twist.<\/p>\n<div id=\"professor_prebid-root\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>These small bites are well worth the time they take. Serve them as part of an antipasto platter or as a cheese course alongside your favorite wine. \u2014Eleanor Grofvert, Kalamazoo, Michigan<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8026,"featured_media":2091220,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[307454,304272,303971,304173,304423,304328,304338,304515,307104,303966,307191,304988,304408,304368,303887,306848,304268,304458,307449,304558,324623,303994,304150,303883,304258,305031,304565],"categories-v2":[310469,259484,308500,309455,308821,308984,308481,308992,308880,310155,308495,310239,308935,308813,308745,308478,309603,259483,308865,310465,308910,309177,308528,309434,308476,309599,308975,308920],"coauthors":[343405],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Chicken Salad with 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Drop a few grapes at a time in the cheese mixture. spoon grape into your hands, picking up a little more of the cheese. Roll that between your palms until grape is coated. Drop into the toasted nuts. Do several at a time, then roll them around in the nuts until covered. refrigerate until serving, THEN stick in a toothpick when plated.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-12-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Linda188"},"reviewBody":"Made these for my book club holiday gathering. They were a hit! The only thing I did differently was for ease of presentation. I covered the entire grape with the cheese mixture and rolled them in the almonds. I chilled them and then stuck the toothpick anywhere in the middle. I didn\u2019t try to put it in the top of the grape.   Everyone thought the grape on the inside was a great surprise!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-11-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleSushi"},"reviewBody":"<p>I made these for my family gathering.  We love to have little appetizers as everyone gathers in the kitchen area to help prepare the meal.  Everyone tried their \u201cpolite\u201d one.  We all thought they were odd tasting. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-01-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleBullhorn"},"reviewBody":"Delicious, fun, and a nice addition to an appetizer tray.  I substituted feta cheese for the blue cheese.  Thank you, Eleanor, for sharing this recipe.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-03-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeButterfly"},"reviewBody":"I found this recipe very easy to prepare.  I first made sure the grapes were clean and completely dry.  Then I stirred them into the cheese mixture.  I then pulled each one apart and laid them into the crushed almonds and rolled them around.  These are really delicious and I would make them again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-02-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanPopcorn"},"reviewBody":"This is a Martha Stewart recipe that is time consuming but worth all the effort for a cocktail party.  Shape into a cluster of grapes and add a artifical grape leaf and it is sunning","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanSeahorse"},"reviewBody":"It is somewhat tedious to cover the grapes with the cheese, but they look good and taste very good. The sweetness of the grape goes so well with the blue cheese.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-10-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanCoffee"},"reviewBody":"These were really, really hard to prepare.  I did about 15 and had to quit.  Taste was OK.  I had been excited about the juicy, sweet grape inside this appetizer but it was just too hard to get the soft covering on....","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"3942","romance_copy_dek":"Imagine an appetizer that's both sweet and salty, looks like a cheese ball and is small enough to enjoy in one bite. 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