Prosecco And Strawberry Ice Cream Recipe For Your New Year’s Celebrations!

Last Updated on December 31, 2024 by Cherie

As 2024 comes to a close, it’s time to celebrate — and there’s no better way than to crack open a bottle of Prosecco and dig into our Prosecco and Strawberry Ice Cream for your New Year’s Celebrations!

No matter how your 2024 has been, ending the year on a sweet note with our New Year’s Eve ice cream is the best way to see in the New Year.

In this article, we’ll share with you our full recipe and method, along with additional serving suggestions for you to try out.

You can go straight to our recipe by clicking on the following link, or read along to find out more.

2025 New Year’s Celebrations!

New Year’s Eve is all about indulgence, sparkle, and celebration, so what better way to ring in the year than with a dessert that’s as luxurious as the occasion?

Prosecco and Strawberry Ice Cream combines the elegance of sparkling wine with the sweetness of fresh strawberries, creating a show-stopping treat that’s sure to dazzle your guests.

Our recipe is a wonderful twist on traditional champagne ice cream, showcasing the light and fruity flavour profile of Prosecco. Its slight sweetness perfectly complements the tart, juicy strawberries, resulting in a dessert that’s both refreshing and rich.

Why Prosecco Works in Ice Cream

Prosecco, much like champagne, adds a sophisticated sparkle to desserts. Its natural sweetness and fruity notes elevate the flavour of the ice cream, while its alcohol content helps to keep the texture smooth and scoopable. Here are a few tips to make sure your Prosecco ice cream is a resounding success:

• Balanced Flavour Profile: Prosecco’s lighter, fruitier notes shine when paired with fresh berries or stone fruits, creating a vibrant dessert perfect for festive occasions.
• Soft Scoopability: Alcohol in the Prosecco prevents the ice cream from freezing too hard, ensuring a silky, scoopable texture.
• Elegant Pairings: Prosecco ice cream pairs wonderfully with berries, tropical fruits, or even a crisp biscuit for added crunch.

Prosecco and Strawberry Ice Cream Recipe

This recipe combines the sweet, bubbly essence of Prosecco with the natural tartness of strawberries. Serve it as a dessert at your New Year’s party, or enjoy a scoop as the clock strikes midnight!

Ingredients

• 200ml (7 fl oz) Prosecco
• 300g (10½ oz) fresh strawberries, hulled
• 150g (5 oz) granulated sugar
• 250ml (9 fl oz) double cream
• 250ml (9 fl oz) whole milk
• 4 large egg yolks
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method

• Prepare the Strawberries: Place the strawberries and 50g of the sugar into a blender or food processor. Purée until smooth. If you prefer a seedless texture, strain the mixture through a fine sieve. Set aside.
• Make the Ice Cream Base: In a medium saucepan, heat the milk, cream, and vanilla extract over low heat until it just starts to steam—don’t let it boil.
• Whisk the Egg Yolks and Sugar: In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the remaining 100g of sugar until pale and creamy. Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to avoid scrambling the eggs.
• Cook the Mixture: Pour the combined mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon. This is your custard base. Remove from the heat and allow it to cool completely.
• Incorporate the Prosecco and Strawberries: Once the custard is cool, gently stir in the Prosecco and the strawberry purée. Mix until well combined.
• Chill and Churn: Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible. Then churn it in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • NB: If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can still make this recipe, you simply pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container and freeze. Every 30 minutes, stir the mixture vigorously with a fork to break up ice crystals, repeating this process for about 3-4 hours or until the ice cream is firm. Please also check out our post – How to Make Homemade Ice Cream Without an Ice Cream Maker – to learn more.
• Freeze and Serve: Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up. Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before serving for the perfect scoopable texture.

Serving Suggestions

This Prosecco and Strawberry Ice Cream is a versatile dessert that can be served in numerous ways:

• In Champagne Flutes: Serve scoops of ice cream in tall glasses with a drizzle of fresh Prosecco for a sophisticated presentation.
• With Fresh Berries: Garnish with strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries for a pop of colour and flavour.
• Paired with Biscuits: Add a crisp shortbread or wafer for an extra indulgent touch.

Whether you’re hosting an elegant New Year’s dinner or a casual gathering with friends, this Prosecco and Strawberry Ice Cream is guaranteed to be a hit.

Its light, fruity flavour and creamy texture make it the perfect way to toast to a sparkling new year. Cheers!

Looking for a Show-Stopper For Your New Year’s Celebrations? Try Our Baked Alaska!

If you’re searching for a true centrepiece dessert to elevate your New Year’s celebrations, why not try out our Baked Alaska? It’s the ultimate show-stopper with its dramatic fire and flair—perfect for ringing in the new year with style.

From its golden meringue topping to the delicious surprise of prosecco and strawberry ice cream and cake within, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will leave your guests in awe.

Check out our full recipe and step-by-step guide – Homemade Baked Alaska. It’s the Bomb!

And remember, the great thing with ice cream desserts is that you can prepare them in advance, leaving you more time to celebrate!

We hope that you have enjoyed our article – Prosecco And Strawberry Ice Cream Recipe For Your New Year’s Celebrations! – and hopefully, we have inspired you to give this festive recipe a go.

If you have any questions, please drop us a comment below and we will be happy to get back to you.

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A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Ice Cream Loving Community

As we prepare to welcome a brand-new year, we want to take a moment to thank you—our wonderful followers and readers—for all your support, encouragement, and enthusiasm over the past year.

Your lovely comments, creative suggestions, and shared ice cream adventures have truly inspired us and kept our passion for creating delicious recipes alive. From your inventive flavour ideas to your thoughtful feedback, you’ve made 2024 a year to remember.

We can’t wait to see the amazing ice cream creations you’ll come up with in 2025—keep those ideas coming!

To all our ice cream-loving friends, we wish you a joyous and sparkling New Year filled with happiness, laughter, and plenty of sweet treats. Here’s to another year of scooping up new memories and celebrating life’s little (and big) moments together.

Happy 2025, and thank you for being part of our community! Cheers to many more scoops ahead! 🍦✨

Wishing you a Very Happy New Year!