There’s nothing better than sitting on the porch on a warm summer evening sipping a cold glass of rosé and watching the sunset. Or is there? It turns out eating your rosé in the form of dessert is just as delightful. Because of its light body and floral, fruity flavor profile, rosé pairs well with many of the elements of your favorite summer desserts. Add it to cake batter to give it an added depth or spike your sorbet to give it a little kick that’s even more refreshing than the icy temperature alone.
One thing to be careful of is the sweetness of the bottle of rosé you choose for your kitchen adventures. Stick to those labeled “rosé,” not white zinfandel or pink moscato, both of which can be overly sweet and will disrupt the balance of your recipes. And don’t worry about getting a pricey bottle. You can get a great bottle of rosé for $10 or less, and you’ll be mixing it with other ingredients anyway.
Best of all? You can sip on any leftover rosé while you enjoy your dessert. That’s summer synergy we can definitely get behind.
Rosé Cheesecake
Add a little intrigue to your cheesecake by adding a splash of rosé to help lighten up the flavor of the filling. A sugar cookie crust and rosé-soaked berry topping will make this the most-requested dessert at your summer picnics.
Fruity Edible Flower Rosé Ice Pops
For summer garden parties, bridal or baby showers or sunsets on the porch, these rosé ice pops, dotted with fruit and edible flowers, are a must.
Rosé, Berry & Thyme Slush
For really hot days, you've got to try frosé. Thanks to a swirl of berry purée and some fragrant thyme, this slushy actually pairs really well with the smoky flavors of summer barbecue.
Strawberry & Rosé Wine Macarons
Macarons are already as delicate and pretty as can be. Add a splash of rosé and a pleasing pink color, and you've got a dessert that will wow all who get a taste.
Sparkling Rosé Gummy Bears
Precious pink rosé gummy bears cost a fortune at the store. Learn how to make your own, and you'll have a fanciful summer snack to munch on all season long.
Strawberries & Rosé Pavlova
Crispy, light-as-air meringue topped with fluffy clouds of whipped cream is one of our favorite summer desserts. Top it with strawberries and a drizzle of rosé syrup before serving.
Apple Cider-Rosé Poached Strawberries
Make the most of summer produce with this fragrant dessert of ripe strawberries poached in apple cider and rosé wine. You can enjoy it on its own or use it as a topping for angel food cake and ice cream.
Passionfruit Rosé Ice Pops
The tropical tang of passionfruit brings out the fruitiness of rosé in these frozen treats. They're just what you'll crave after a long, hot day at work.
Strawberry Rosé Rainbow Cake
Summer birthdays are the best, and they're made even better by this ombré rosé cake. Slather on the mascarpone and whipped cream frosting and get ready to make a wish. We're guessing it's going to be "another slice of cake, please!"
Raspberry-Rhubarb Rosé Mini Galettes
Rhubarb-rosé compote adds an aromatic tanginess to these little tarts. They're a tasty dessert, but we won't tell if you have one for breakfast too.
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