Wine jello, also known as Moscato Gelee with blood oranges and whipped cream. A romantic dessert for two for Valentine's Day. Like wine jello shots, but fancy with only 5 ingredients!
I first shared this recipe for wine jello 2 years ago, and while the photos don't make me happy, I still make this recipe a few times a year, regardless. I'm bringing it back up to the top because I think you could use a little wine jello in your life. Am I wrong?
While I should probably explain myself better, it's pretty clear what I just did. I took wine and made it into jello. I poured it into pretty cups, and decorated it with overpriced blood oranges and freshly whipped cream, because I am an over-achiever.
The fact that this fancy, easy dessert only has 5 ingredients is just a bonus. It's going to be your new dinner party dessert!
I tried so very hard to make this look super pretty so you would rush out to buy ingredients to make it. It is my sincerest hope that you love this wine jello as much as I do.
I make it often for dinner parties, I make it often for myself (#dessertforONE), and I will put a spoonful of wine jello in anyone's mouth that lets me. It's just the best!
As a wine lover, I was deeply concerned that the wine flavor would disappear during the gelée process. I took precautions so this wouldn't happen, don't worry--we're going to boil only part of the wine, and then stir in the rest of the wine at the end. All the wine flavor, all the time.
Please don't be intimidated by the gelatin step. It's just a quick soak, and is so simple!
Let's talk about wine for this wine jello.
Moscato wine is, um, very sweet. Like, VERY sweet. If you like sweet things, you definitely know about Moscato wine. While I typically don't drink Moscato in a glass, I absolutely love it in a dessert. Using Moscato in a dessert means I usually don't have to add any sugar.
I have sipped a few good Moscato wines in my day (here is my personal favorite), and most of the ones I like are very effervescent (BUBBLY!). I use a fruity bubbly one for this dessert, and I usually go for an Italian one.
Double the recipe to use the entire bottle, or drink a little wine while you make dessert.
Have you made my peach wine slushies before? I thought you might like those if you're into wine desserts!
Moscato Gelee with Blood Oranges
Wine jello, also known as Moscato Gelee with blood oranges and whipped cream. A romantic dessert for two for Valentine’s Day
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups Moscato wine
- ¼ ounce packet of plain gelatin powder
- 1 blood orange, peeled and thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a small 1-quart saucepan, add ½ cup of the Moscato. Bring to a brisk simmer, but keep an eye on it as Moscato wine is typically effervescent and easily boils over.
- Once simmering, remove the pan from the heat, and whisk in the gelatin powder. Whisk very well for 1 minute. Next, stir in the remaining 1 cup of Moscato wine.
- Divide the Moscato and gelatin mixture into two serving glasses. I used two coupe glasses that hold ¾ cup of liquid each. Place plastic wrap over the serving glasses, and refrigerate at least 4 hours, or up to 2 days in advance.
- Next, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar together in a small bowl with an electric mixer. Mix until soft peaks form. Set aside.
- To serve, remove the plastic wrap from the glasses and top each Moscato gelee with a few slices of blood orange. Dollop the sweetened whipped cream on top, and serve immediately.
Notes
As noted in the text, sometimes I substitute whole milk yogurt for the heavy cream and sugar mixture.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
2Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 285Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 34mgCarbohydrates: 14gFiber: 0gSugar: 4gProtein: 13g
Hannah (BitterSweet) says
Wow, what a gorgeous, elegant, and deceptively simple dessert! I've actually never made a gelee and now I can't imagine a good reason why. A quick agar-swap and I should be golden... You've just opened up a whole new world of sweet possibilities here!
Leah | So, How's It Taste? says
Wow, congrats on the new job! You earned it! I hope I get to quit the corporate gig someday, too. I'm loving this post today. It's so elegant and pretty, yet not intimidating to make. Yum!
dishing up the dirt says
"Make your own opportunities" Best quote of the day. I wish we were neighbors girl! We could grow food and cook our little hearts out. I think about recipes all day long too. I'm usually hunched over in the dirt when the best recipes come to me. This dessert looks absolutely scrumptious! XO
Heather Disarro (@heathersdish) says
Pinterest IS a brain-scrambler! I feel so confused with it sometimes too, but I love the idea of really THINKING about what I want to make for ME!
Shikha la mode says
I love that push that you have because that's what I'm slowly starting to tell myself as well. I've been wanting to launch an online retail shop for my desserts but have been so scared for a long time. This year is going to be the year though! And it's true, pushing ahead is key.
Shiran @ Pretty. Simple. Sweet. says
I read your last post as well and know exactly what you're going through. I also left my job in the corporate world to pursue my passion (food!). Some days are overwhelming, and some are freaking awesome. It's a crazy world :) I have a feeling that you made the right choice! Good luck! And great photos by the way. Moscato wine is one of my favorites!
The Domestic Rebel says
Wine jello? I knew I loved you for some reason. ;)
Erin | The Law Student's Wife says
YES WOMAN YES! You have worked so hard to get to where you are, and nothing is stopping you now. I love that you made yourself something special that you love, like this beautiful dessert. It is so true. I find myself thinking that I should be loving certain things, because it's what I see in front of my face. Time to step back and ask myself what is it that I really want? Answer: it is not a Nutella stuffed cheesecake brownie Oreo. You know what I want? Old-school chocolate pudding. With whipped cream of course :-) and maybe a bit of rum…
Sarah | The Sugar Hit says
I can't think of a better way to commend you for being brave enough to go after what you really want, than kicking back and clinking our glasses filled with boozy gelee and blood orange. *CLINK*
Stephie says
Get. It. Girl. I am so proud of you i could just explode!!