Refreshing Frozen Watermelon Frosé Popsicles
A cool, crisp, lightly boozy frozen treat combining fresh watermelon and rosé wine, perfect for summer afternoons and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes plus chilling
- Cook Time: 6 hours freezing time
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes plus chilling
- Yield: 6 popsicles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed and chilled
- 1 cup rosé wine (dry or semi-dry)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons simple syrup (or honey as a substitute)
- A pinch of salt
- Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cube about 4 cups of seedless watermelon and chill it in the fridge for at least an hour.
- In a blender, combine the chilled watermelon cubes, 1 cup rosé wine, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons simple syrup, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and slightly frothy.
- If desired, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve for a smoother texture.
- Stir in finely chopped fresh mint leaves if using.
- Pour the blended mixture into popsicle molds, leaving space at the top for expansion. Insert sticks and place molds on a flat tray.
- Freeze for at least 6 hours or preferably overnight.
- To unmold, briefly run warm water over the outside of the molds for 10-15 seconds and gently pull out the popsicles. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use ripe, juicy watermelon for best flavor. Use dry or semi-dry rosé wine to avoid overly sweet popsicles. Adjust simple syrup to taste. Freeze molds flat and avoid opening freezer repeatedly to prevent icy texture. For lower alcohol, reduce rosé and add sparkling water. Silicone molds help with easy removal. If no molds, use silicone muffin cups or paper cups with sticks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popsicle
- Calories: 90110
- Sugar: 1214
- Carbohydrates: 1518
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