The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3777 — Candied Grape Clusters
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3777 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Make thin syrup from 1 glass water and 1 glass fine sugar. Keep it warm over coals and dip good grape bunches by their stems.
Roll in the finest sifted powdered sugar, put on a dish, then into a gently heated oven to dry.
Pack in a jar, tie and store dry. The grapes were used to decorate dishes and cakes.
Historical editorial note: Historic drying and storage conditions are not quantified for modern food safety.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3777. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.