Description

Picture pulling a vibrant frosé ice pop from the freezer, bursting with the crisp, fruity flavors of rosé wine (or club soda), white and Concord grape juices, and studded with juicy blueberries and raspberries. Sounds like a refreshing, grown-up twist on a classic ice pop, right? That’s exactly what Frosé Ice Pops deliver! This easy recipe yields 8 pops, requires just 10 minutes of active prep, and captures the essence of a frosé cocktail in a fun, frozen form

Ingredients

Rosé Wine or Club Soda (1 1/2 cups): The base liquid for frosé flavor.
- Why it matters: Rosé adds a crisp, fruity wine flavor; club soda makes it non-alcoholic and fizzy.
- Substitution: Use sparkling water or white grape juice for a kid-friendly version; choose a dry rosé for less sweetness.
White Grape Juice (1/2 cup): Adds sweetness and light fruitiness.
- Why it matters: Balances the tartness of rosé and Concord grape juice.
- Substitution: Use apple juice or more rosé/club soda, adjusting sweetness.
Concord Grape Juice (1/4 cup): Provides deep, bold grape flavor and color.
- Why it matters: Adds a rich, purple hue and tart-sweet taste.
- Substitution: Use pomegranate juice or more white grape juice (color will be lighter).
Frozen Wild Blueberries (1/4 cup): Add texture and antioxidant-rich bursts.
- Why it matters: Create pops of color and flavor in the pops.
- Substitution: Use fresh blueberries or blackberries, patted dry.
Frozen Raspberries (1/4 cup): Add tartness and vibrant red color.
- Why it matters: Enhance the fruity profile and visual appeal.
- Substitution: Use fresh raspberries, strawberries, or skip for a blueberry-only pop.

Pro Tip: Use frozen berries to keep the mixture cold and help the pops freeze faster. Choose a dry or semi-dry rosé for a balanced flavor if using wine.

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Instructions

Mix the Liquid Base:
- In a spouted container or pitcher, combine 1 1/2 cups rosé wine (or club soda), 1/2 cup white grape juice, and 1/4 cup Concord grape juice. Stir well to blend.
- Tip: Taste the mixture and adjust with a splash of juice if too tart or more rosé/club soda if too sweet.
Fill the Molds:
- Place 8 fun-shaped large ice pop molds on a tray.
- Add 2 frozen wild blueberries and 3 frozen raspberries to each mold, distributing evenly.
- Pour the wine/juice mixture over the berries, filling each mold to the fill line (about 1/4 inch from the brim to allow for expansion).
- Tip: Tap molds gently to release air bubbles and ensure berries are submerged.
Add Sticks and Freeze:
- If your molds have holes for sticks, insert a lollipop stick into each mold.
- Freeze for 1 hour until the liquid starts to freeze at the bottom (slushy consistency).
- If your molds don’t have stick holes, insert lollipop sticks after the 1-hour freeze, ensuring they stand upright.
- Continue freezing for at least 8 hours, or overnight, until solid.
- Tip: Ensure sticks are centered for easy removal; freeze molds on a flat surface to prevent tipping.
Serve:
- Remove pops from the freezer and dip molds in warm water for 5-10 seconds to loosen. Gently pull on the sticks to release.
- Serve in stemless wine glasses to catch melting juice, adding a chic touch.
- Health Benefit: Berries provide antioxidants and vitamin C, but the sugar in juices (and alcohol, if used) makes this a treat to enjoy sparingly!