Strawberry Red Wine Popsicles are a refreshing way to cool off on a warm day. Dip or drizzle them with chocolate for an extra special finish. Follow this easy homemade popsicle recipe to make them at home.
Wine popsicles are a simple, elegant treat. Danae from Recipe Runner shares a quick method for turning fruit and wine into icy, adult-friendly popsicles.
The method is straightforward: blend wine with a fruit puree, pour into molds, freeze, then add chocolate if you like. Match the wine to the fruit you use — red wine works beautifully with berries, while white wine pairs well with citrus, pineapple, or lighter fruits. This recipe uses red wine with strawberries and a chocolate dip for an indulgent touch.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Red wine – Pick your favorite red; Pinot Noir or Merlot are good choices. For a non-alcoholic version, use a dark juice like cranberry or grape (the flavor will differ).
- Strawberries – Fresh or frozen both work.
- Balsamic vinegar – A small amount brightens the strawberry flavor; it’s optional.
- Simple syrup – Make it by heating 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water until the sugar dissolves.
- Chocolate – Semi-sweet or dark chocolate is ideal for dipping; use bars or chips.
- Coconut oil – Adds shine and a smooth texture to the melted chocolate.
Steps to make the popsicles
Step 1: Add the strawberries, red wine, balsamic vinegar (if using), and simple syrup to a blender or food processor.
Step 2: Puree until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Step 3: Pour the puree into popsicle molds and insert sticks.
Step 4: Freeze the molds until the popsicles are solid, about 4–8 hours or overnight for best results.
Step 5: When the popsicles are fully frozen, melt the chocolate in a double boiler or microwave. If using a microwave, heat in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until just melted.
Step 6: Stir in the melted coconut oil to loosen the chocolate and give it a glossy finish.
Step 7: Remove the popsicles from their molds and dip about half of each popsicle into the melted chocolate, or drizzle chocolate over them.
Step 8: Place the dipped popsicles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Work quickly to prevent melting, then return them immediately to the freezer to set.
Expert Tips
- Use a sturdy popsicle mold and good-quality sticks for easy handling.
- To release popsicles, run the mold under warm water for 30 seconds — they should slip out easily.
- Choose ripe, in-season (or good-quality frozen) fruit for the best flavor.
- Try layering different purees for striped or swirled popsicles — let each layer partially set before adding the next.
- Storage: Keep popsicles in the mold or store them in a single layer on parchment in the freezer inside an airtight container or freezer bag. If stacking, separate layers with parchment to prevent sticking.
More popsicle recipes
- Key Lime Pie Popsicles
- Raspberry Cheesecake Yogurt Popsicles
- Greek Yogurt Fudgesicles
- Mango Yogurt Popsicles
Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Red Wine Popsicles
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Ingredients
- 16 ounces strawberries, washed and hulled
- 1/2 cup simple syrup, (1/2 cup sugar + 1/2 cup water heated until sugar dissolves)
- 1 cup red wine, (Pinot Noir suggested)
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 6 ounces dark chocolate, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut oil, melted
Instructions
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Combine strawberries, simple syrup, red wine, and balsamic vinegar (if using) in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth.
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Pour the mixture into popsicle molds and insert sticks.
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Freeze for at least 4–6 hours or overnight.
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Melt the dark chocolate gently (double boiler or microwave in 20-second intervals), then stir in the coconut oil.
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Remove popsicles from the molds, dip or drizzle with chocolate, place on the prepared sheet, and return to the freezer until the chocolate is set.
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Store finished popsicles in a single layer in a freezer bag or airtight container.
Notes
- Red wine: Pinot Noir is used here, but Merlot or other reds work well.
- Strawberries: Use fresh or frozen depending on availability.
- Balsamic vinegar: Optional; it enhances berry flavor.
- Chocolate: Bars or chips both work for melting.
Other tips:
- To release popsicles easily, run the mold under warm water for about 30 seconds.
- Storage: Keep popsicles in the mold or store individually in a freezer bag or airtight container. If storing in a container, layer them between parchment and refreeze until solid.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is an approximation.
Additional Info
This recipe was updated with new photos and expert tips in August 2020. The original was published in June 2015 by Danae of Recipe Runner.