Roasted Strawberry Red Wine Popsicles are a sweet, bright addition to your warm summer evenings. Strawberries are roasted in sugar and balsamic vinegar (to bring out the flavor of the berries) before mixing with sweet red wine to form these frozen treats. Since the red wine is a major component of the base of these popsicles, it is important to choose a wine that you already love and enjoy. Because of the alcoholic nature of these popsicles, they are not suitable for minors.
Yields 6-8 popsicles
INGREDIENTS
- 16 ounces (450 grams) strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240 ml) sweet red wine
DIRECTIONS
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a bowl, mix together the quartered strawberries, balsamic vinegar, and sugar. Spread evenly over a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the berry juices have thickened (but are not burning). Remove from the oven and cool to room temperature.
- Place half of the roasted strawberries and juices in a food processor and process until smooth. Stir in the red wine.
- Spoon the remaining half of the roasted strawberries into the popsicle molds. Evenly pour red wine mixture into molds until close to the top. Freeze popsicles for at least 45 minutes before inserting popsicle sticks. Freeze for a remaining 4 to 6 hours, or until completely frozen, before serving.
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