Homemade Strawberry Rosé Popsicles

Homemade Strawberry Rosé Popsicles are the BEST way to have your wine and eat it too! Blend together your favorite brand of rosé, some fresh strawberries, and a bit of fruit juice... then freeze in popsicle molds, and voila! These are naturally sweetened and have the perfect balance of fruity & boozy flavors.

A tray of ice topped with homemade Strawberry Rose popsicles.

Say hello to Vol. 2 of my summer miniseries - Homemade Strawberry Rosé Popsicles! I'm going to post four homemade popsicle recipes (both boozy and non-alcoholic) to keep everyone cool and refreshed for the season. Last week was a Peach Creamsicle flavor, and that was a HUGE hit. I can't wait for you guys to see the other flavors we're coming up with!

Ingredients

Sliced Strawberries - You can use fresh strawberries or frozen ones if those are all you can get your hands on. Be sure to try and grab the sweetest, juiciest berries you can find - I've had the best results with more organic brands!
Cranberry Juice - I used 100% cranberry juice (no sugar added) for a smoother popsicle texture - and it helps get that beautiful deep red color. You can also use apple juice if you're not a fan of cranberry.
Honey - I tested two different sweeteners for creamsicles: honey and agave syrup. Both will work, so just use what you have! We love a no-added-sugar recipe over on Coined Cuisine.
Lemon Juice - I'll let you in on a little trick. Lemon or lime juice, just a teaspoon, helps add some acidity plus reduces the "icy" texture you'd normally get with freezing fruit. It's a small addition that truly works overtime in making a beautifully-textured popsicle.

How to Make Homemade Popsicles

Homemade popsicles are a breeze to make. You just drop everything in a blender, pour the mixture into molds, and freeze!

First off, you're probably asking: What's the best pink rosé to use? I went with the Relax brand! This is a Spanish wine with aroma notes of strawberries, raspberries, and cherries. It's a really smooth and crisp rosé that's perfect for a summer drink. And the price point is Coined Cuisine approved!
I paired my rosé with sliced strawberries. You could also do raspberries if you want, but I would strain the mixture to get rid of the seeds. If you have extra berries, mash them up with a bit of honey to make a strawberry puree and drop them inside the popsicle molds. It's great to have that extra texture in a popsicle, especially if it's fresh fruit!
Pour the mixture into the molds, then tap them on the counter to make sure you get rid of any big air bubbles. Freeze for at least 6 hours, but overnight works best I've found. Since we're adding alcohol to these, it will increase the amount of time for the pops to freeze and set up. Enjoy one (or three) on a hot summer day!

I got my molds from Amazon - see this link. It comes with a set of popsicle sticks/bags as well as a funnel to help with pouring. I really like this mold because it was easy to remove the creamsicles while they were done and cleaning was a breeze!

Homemade boozy Strawberry Rosé popsicles on a bed of ice with sliced strawberries on the side.

FAQs

How do you remove homemade popsicles from the popsicle mold?

To easily remove popsicles from their mold, simply run some warm water over the bottom of the molds for about a minute. Using silicone molds, you can also slightly peel the mold away from the edges. Pull the popsicles out, and you're good to go!

Are the texture of these similar to a frosé?

They have a similar texture, but definitely more "set" like a popsicle than soft and drinkable like frosé. The good thing is, after properly freezing, these will take longer to melt than a cup of frosé!

How do you store homemade strawberry rosé popsicles?

I just store any leftover homemade popsicles in a large freezer bag. The popsicle mold I linked to also includes popsicle bags, so you can individually wrap them if you want!

Other Recipes from the Popsicle Miniseries

Peaches and Cream Popsicles

Miami Vice Popsicles

Mango-Kiwi Popsicles