Sweeten up your summer with a cool gelée dessert made with a floral rosé wine and simply topped with whipped cream.
What could be better in the summer season than a cool rosé jelly? Author of “Saving the Season”, Kevin West, shares his recipe for gelée infused with rosé wine. It’s perfect to prep ahead and serve to a slew of guests.
Both boozy and festive, Kevin West’s Rosé gelée is an easy-to-recreate, satisfying dish that will keep you cool wherever this summer may take you. Layer with blueberries and top with whipped cream for a great summer-party dessert. 
Summer Rosé Wine Jelly
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Diet: Omnivore
Description
A refreshing summer dessert.
Floral rosé wine meets sweet jelly, topped with whipped cream.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp + 3/4 tsp unflavored gelatin (two packets)
- 1 cups (237 ml) water (divided)
- 1 cups (237 ml) sugar
- 1 bottle Dry Rosé (for instance, SIMI Sonoma Dry Rose)
Instructions
- Sprinkle the gelatin over ¼ cup of the water in a small bowl and set aside for a few minutes to rehydrate.
- Combine the remaining water and the sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat.
- Add the gelatin to the sugar syrup and stir to dissolve. Combine with the wine in a medium mixing bowl or a 9-inch square baking pan. Refrigerate for 3 hours, until set.
- To serve, cut the gelée into cubes or break it into rough chunks, arrange in glasses or small bowls, and top with a little jam and whipped cream.
Notes
- For a stronger rosé flavor, use a more intensely flavored rosé wine.
- If the jelly is too firm after refrigeration, let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to soften.
- This jelly can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Chilling Time: 3 hours
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 25
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Protein: 1
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different type of wine for the jelly?
While rosé wine is recommended for its floral notes, you can experiment with other wines like white wine or a light red, but the flavor profile will change.
How do I achieve the right consistency for the gelée?
Make sure to follow the instructions on the gelatin package for blooming and dissolving it properly, as this step is crucial to achieving the right texture.
What can I use to garnish the rosé wine jelly besides whipped cream?
Fresh berries, such as blueberries or strawberries, pair well with the jelly and can add a nice visual and flavor contrast.
