Strawberry and Champagne Ice

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
8%
Strawberry and Champagne Ice
45 min.
4
227kcal

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Indulge in a refreshing and elegant dessert that perfectly captures the essence of summer: Strawberry and Champagne Ice. This delightful treat is not only a feast for the eyes but also a guilt-free indulgence, as it is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. With just 45 minutes of preparation time, you can create a stunning dish that serves four, making it ideal for gatherings or a special evening at home.

Imagine the vibrant flavors of fresh strawberries, harmoniously blended with the effervescence of extra-dry Champagne. The sweetness of the strawberries is beautifully balanced by a hint of lemon juice and the aromatic touch of vanilla, creating a symphony of taste that dances on your palate. Each scoop of this icy delight is a celebration of summer, perfect for cooling down on a warm day or impressing your guests at a dinner party.

Not only is this dessert a visual masterpiece, adorned with fresh mint and succulent strawberries, but it also boasts a modest caloric count of just 227 kcal per serving. The preparation involves simple steps, from creating a luscious strawberry purée to churning it into a smooth, icy texture in your ice cream maker. Whether enjoyed as a side dish or a standalone dessert, Strawberry and Champagne Ice is sure to elevate any occasion. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this exquisite dessert that embodies the joy of fresh ingredients and the art of simple yet sophisticated cooking.

Ingredients

  • tablespoon plus light
  • teaspoons juice of lemon fresh
  • servings mint sprigs fresh
  • 5.3 cups strawberries fresh hulled halved ( three 12-ounce baskets)
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 
  • 0.8 cup water 
  • 1.5 cups extra-dry champagne cold

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • sieve
  • blender
  • ice cream machine

Directions

  1. Stir 3/4 cup sugar and 3/4 cup water in heavy small saucepan over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Bring to simmer.
  2. Remove from heat; cool syrup completely.
  3. Purée 3 cups strawberries in blender just until smooth. Strain puree through fine strainer.
  4. Transfer sugar syrup and 1 1/2 cups strawberry purée to large bowl (reserve any remaining strawberry purée for another use). Stir in corn syrup, lemon juice and vanilla. Refrigerate mixture until cold, about 2 hours.
  5. Stir Champagne into strawberry mixture. Process in ice cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions.
  6. Transfer strawberry ice to container; freeze until firm, at least 4 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep strawberry ice frozen. Cover and chill remaining strawberries.)
  7. Toss remaining 2 1/4 cups strawberries with 2 tablespoons sugar in large bowl.
  8. Let stand until juices form, about 1 hour. Divide strawberries among 6 dessert cups. Top each serving with 1 scoop strawberry ice.
  9. Garnish with mint.
  10. Per serving (1/2 cup): calories, 151; total fat, 0.5 g; saturated fat, 0.5 g; cholesterol,
  11. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories227kcal
Protein2.2%
Fat2.7%
Carbs95.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.27
Glycemic Load
31.28
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
9.9034783010897%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.18mg
Petunidin
0.21mg
Delphinidin
0.59mg
Malvidin
0.02mg
Pelargonidin
46.97mg
Peonidin
0.09mg
Catechin
5.88mg
Epigallocatechin
1.47mg
Epicatechin
0.79mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.28mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.21mg
Eriodictyol
0.43mg
Hesperetin
0.46mg
Naringenin
0.53mg
Apigenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.94mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
2.11mg
Gallocatechin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:227.43kcal
11.37%
Fat:0.71g
1.1%
Saturated Fat:0.03g
0.2%
Carbohydrates:56.66g
18.89%
Net Carbohydrates:52.8g
19.2%
Sugar:51.21g
56.9%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:8.41mg
0.37%
Alcohol:0.69g
100%
Alcohol %:0.31%
100%
Protein:1.31g
2.63%
Vitamin C:112.42mg
136.26%
Manganese:0.75mg
37.38%
Fiber:3.87g
15.47%
Folate:47µg
11.75%
Potassium:301.2mg
8.61%
Magnesium:26.26mg
6.56%
Copper:0.11mg
5.28%
Iron:0.85mg
4.72%
Phosphorus:46.41mg
4.64%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.59%
Vitamin K:4.16µg
3.96%
Vitamin B3:0.76mg
3.79%
Vitamin E:0.55mg
3.68%
Calcium:35.46mg
3.55%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.35%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.16%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.44%
Zinc:0.31mg
2.08%
Selenium:1.02µg
1.46%
Vitamin A:65.31IU
1.31%
Source:Epicurious