Sparkling Raspberry Dessert Gelatin

Submitted by amievv821

"Perfect, light dessert recipes for the holidays or a night in with the girls."

 

• Ready In: 4hrs 10mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 1 (6 ounce) package raspberry gelatin powder
• 1 cup boiling water
• 2 cups sparkling wine or 2 cups spumante, chilled
• 1 1⁄2 cups frozen raspberries, not thawed
• 1⁄3 cup mascarpone cheese, room temperature
• 1⁄2 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped

directions

1. Whisk the gelatin and boiling water in a medium bowl until the gelatin is dissolved, about 2 minutes.
2. Refrigerate until lukewarm, about 25 minutes.
3. Stir in the Prosecco. Cover and refrigerate until the gelatin thickens but does not set, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour.
4. Stir in the raspberries (bubbles will form in the gelatin mixture). Divide the gelatin among 6 Champagne flutes or individual dessert bowls.
5. Cover and refrigerate until the gelatin is set, at least 2 hours and up to 2 days.
6. Dollop the mascarpone cheese atop each serving, then sprinkle the walnuts over and serve.