aplets, cotlets, grapelets and others
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Anyone who grew up in the Northwest is familiar with Aplets & Cotlets from Liberty Orchards. In the 70's they introduced Grapelets which didn't last long, and my Great Aunt Mary found a recipe for them. I don't know what happened to her recipe, but this is a similar one I found through Taste of Home magazine's website. You can use different types of nuts, or leave them out altogether for those who can't eat them.
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prep time
cook time
30 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
variable
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unflavored gelatin (knox or store brand)
- 3 cups apple, grape, or other juice
- 1 1/3 cups sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2/3 cup cornstarch, divided
- 2 cups walnuts, chopped
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
How To Make aplets, cotlets, grapelets and others
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Step 1Soften the gelatin in 1/2 of the juice. Boil the remaining juice and sugar to concentrate it, about 15 min.
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Step 2Reserve 1/4 cup of cornstarch and mix the rest with the lemon and lime juices, and then add the gelatin mixture.
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Step 3Add to the boiled juice and bring to a boil again, stirring constantly about 10 minutes, or until thickened. Test the sweetness, adding more lemon juice if needed.
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Step 4Mix in nuts.
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Step 5Pour into a 9"x9"x2" baking pan, lightly greased, lined with waxed paper, parchment or plastic wrap. Cover to protect from dust or bugs.
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Step 6Let harden overnight or about 12 hours. Cut into 1" squares using a pizza cutter.
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Step 7Remove squares with a spatula and roll in the sugar mixture (the cornstarch keeps the sugar dry).
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Step 8Roll again before serving, or gift-giving, if needed.
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