This light and refreshing Wine Ice captures the essence of summer in every bite. By blending dry rosé wine with fresh lemon juice and a simple sugar syrup, you create a sophisticated dessert that is both elegant and easy to make. The tartness of the lemon cuts through the sweetness of the wine, creating a balanced flavor profile that is incredibly thirst-quenching. Perfect for serving after a heavy meal or as a palate cleanser during a dinner party, this vegan-friendly treat requires no special equipmentâÂÂjust a freezer and some patience. ItâÂÂs a delightful way to enjoy wine in a non-alcoholic frozen form, making it a unique addition to your dessert repertoire.
Wine Ice
Description
This light and refreshing Wine Ice captures the essence of summer in every bite. By blending dry rosé wine with fresh lemon juice and a simple sugar syrup, you create a sophisticated dessert that is both elegant and easy to make. The tartness of the lemon cuts through the sweetness of the wine, creating a balanced flavor profile that is incredibly thirst-quenching. Perfect for serving after a heavy meal or as a palate cleanser during a dinner party, this vegan-friendly treat requires no special equipmentâÂÂjust a freezer and some patience. ItâÂÂs a delightful way to enjoy wine in a non-alcoholic frozen form, making it a unique addition to your dessert repertoire.Ingredients
Directions
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In a small saucepan, combine the water and sugar.
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Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved.
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Remove the syrup from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
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In a large bowl, combine the cooled sugar syrup, lemon juice, grated lemon rind, and the entire bottle of rosé wine.
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Stir the mixture well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
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Pour the mixture into ice cube trays or a shallow freezer-safe container.
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Freeze until the mixture is almost firm, about 2-3 hours.
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Transfer the semi-frozen mixture to a large bowl.
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Beat with an electric mixer or whisk vigorously until the mixture becomes slushy and smooth.
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Return the slushy mixture to the freezer trays or container.
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Freeze until completely firm, at least 4 hours or overnight.
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Serve immediately, scraping into small scoops if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 272.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.5g3%
- Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 21.9mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 67.6g23%
- Dietary Fiber 3.7g15%
- Sugars 60.7g
- Protein 0.9g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For best results, use a dry rosé wine that you would enjoy drinking. Sweet wines may result in a overly sweet dessert.
If you do not have an electric mixer, you can use a fork to break up the ice crystals every 30 minutes during the first few hours of freezing to achieve a smoother texture.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Let it sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving to soften slightly.
You can substitute the lemon juice with orange or grapefruit juice for a different flavor profile, but adjust the sugar accordingly as citrus acidity varies.
