With its beautiful golden-red hue and fresh strawberry garnish, I like to think of Rossini as a classic Peach Bellini’s sexier cousin! And I’ll be enjoying this easy cocktail for brunch all season, with make-ahead mains like Crustless Quiche and Breakfast Strata (more serving suggestions below). The best part? You don’t need a full bar set up to make this refreshing sparkling cocktail recipe. Just strawberries, a touch of sugar, and Prosecco (or sparkling wine of your choice). There’s no overly sweet syrup, and you can make a big batch of the strawberry purée to serve with bubbly water for a non-alcoholic/kid-friendly option.
Strawberry Bellini Ingredients and Substitutions
Strawberry bellinis certainly set a celebratory mood, but there are no fancy ingredients involved! You’ll need:
Strawberries: I love to use fresh strawberries for this recipe, rather than an overly sweet syrup. Other berries like raspberries could also work. If it’s not strawberry season, use frozen strawberries instead. Sugar: Powdered sugar is easiest because it instantly combines with the strawberries, but granulated sugar would work too. You can always start with less and add sugar to taste. Prosecco: Is perfectly sweet-crisp and bubbly. You can use any sparkling white wine or even rosé. It doesn’t need to be super expensive, but should be pleasant enough to drink on its own.
How to Make a Strawberry Bellini (Rossini)
This recipe could not be easier, just be sure to give yourself at least 30 minutes to chill the strawberry puree. Here are the steps:
Make the Strawberry Purée. Reserve 3 whole strawberries for garnish, then wash, hull, and halve the remaining pint. Add to a blender or a food processor with 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar. Purée until smooth. Strain the Strawberry Purée. Pour the strawberry mixture through a sieve into a container or small pitcher. Use a metal spoon (and some patience) to agitate the mixture so just the juice drips through, leaving the seeds. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight. Make the Bellini. If you’re serving with a strawberry garnish, slice them in half lengthwise, then cut a slit through the bottom so they can rest on the glass. Divide the puree among 6 Champagne flutes or wine glasses (about 1-inch of puree each) and top with Prosecco. Push a strawberry into the side of each glass where you cut the slit to garnish, if you like. Cheers!
Ways to Mix it Up
This is a simple 3-ingredient Rossini cocktail recipe, but you could certainly add your own twist. Some ideas:
Add herbs: Garnish with fresh mint or basil. Make it citrusy: Add a squeeze of lemon juice to the strawberry puree, and/or garnish with a lemon twist. Make it non-alcoholic: Swap the Prosecco for sparkling water, (n/a) ginger beer, or lemon-lime soda.
What to Serve with Strawberry Bellinis
I love this easy Low-ABV cocktail as a before-dinner toast or even more for a special brunch. Here are some of my favorite brunch ideas to feed a crowd:
Fancy-Looking (But Easy!) Boards: Like The Ultimate Mediterranean Breakfast or Smoked Salmon Appetizer Platter. Baked Egg Dishes: Like Crustless Quiche with Spinach and Mushrooms or Feta And Spinach Frittata. Make the night before! (a.k.a. More time for Bellinis): Breakfast Strata (Baked Egg Casserole) or Overnight Baked French Toast.
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