Macaron-Pomegranate Gelée Spritzers

Macaron-Pomegranate Gelée Spritzers

Standing on the precipice of each new year, I always find myself wondering what the coming year will look like. I usually get that roller coaster stomach-flip feeling of anticipation. (Maybe you get it too?) It’s exciting to me, especially considering the amazing things that happened in 2013. There were ups and downs of course, but creatively speaking, I’ve never been more fulfilled. For me, that’s a huge deal! It’s a big part of my happiness in life. So, believe me when I say that it’s been my pleasure to bake for you -and with you- this past year.

Macaron-Pomegranate Gelée Spritzers

I whipped up these pomegranate gelée spritzers in a hurry because I’ve spent the better part of today thinking it was December 30th. (How did that happen?) Luckily, I’d done some prep work yesterday and already had the macarons baked and filled. I used a combination of pomegranate juice and sparkling white wine for the spritzer gelée, and it really turned out delicious. If you don’t have time (or are totally confused about what day it is- ahem.) you can short-cut these parfaits by purchasing macarons from a local bakery.

Macaron-Pomegranate Gelée Spritzers

Well friends, there’s not much left to say except – Happy New Year!  

(If you’re keen on making your own macarons, see my tutorial here.)

Macaron-Pomegranate Gelée Spritzers

Heather Baird
A quick word about this recipe. The acidic nature of the pomegranate juice and wine requires almost a double amount of powdered gelatin to set properly. I don’t recommend decreasing the amount of gelatin or using a vegetarian gelatin substitute in this recipe.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
2 hours setting time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 26 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 3 packages .25 oz. each powdered gelatin
  • 1 1/2 cups/375 ml pomegranate juice
  • 1 1/2 cups/355 ml sparkling white wine or sparkling grape juice
  • 1/3 cup/ 67g granulated sugar
  • 2 dozen vanilla macarons
  • 2 cups/500ml heavy cream whipped to soft peaks
  • Pomegranate arils for garnish

Instructions
 

  • For the pomegranate jelly, place the powdered gelatin and 1/2 cup pomegranate juice in a small bowl; mix well. Let stand until the gelatin is completely absorbed. Place the remaining pomegranate juice and wine in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the granulated sugar and stir until dissolved. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook for 1 minute. Remove the pan from the heat source and add the gelatin mixture. Stir well until dissolved. Pour liquid jelly into stemware glasses until halfway full. Place glasses on a tray and transfer to the refrigerator for 2 hours or until liquid is well jelled.
  • When jelly is set, arrange the macarons on top of the jelly in the glasses; 1-3 cookies per glass depending on its capacity. Fill each glass with the soft-peak whipped cream. Garnish with pomegranate arils and additional macarons.
Keyword heavy cream, macarons, pomegranate jelly
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Unknown
Unknown
10 years ago

I imagine your house to be a very magical place, Heather. Kind of like the kitchen at the North Pole when you post recipes like this 🙂

Ashley
Ashley
10 years ago

Thank you for sharing your treats with me and the rest of your fans. You're something special. Happy New Year Heather/Sprinklebakes! I hope it's special! 🙂

Unknown
Unknown
10 years ago

SO adorable! The macarons look like little spoons. It has been one whirl wind year for you but I am sure you loved your success.

Happy new year Heather!

Rosa's Yummy Yums
Rosa's Yummy Yums
10 years ago

So pretty and tempting.

Happy New Year!

Cheers,

Rosa

Taylor @ FoodFaithFitness
Taylor @ FoodFaithFitness
10 years ago

These are SO pretty! I am dying over them…and they look so tasty too. I am a new reader, but I am excited to see what 2014 brings! Happy New Year! 🙂

Maite Sweet Food
Maite Sweet Food
10 years ago

Wow!!!They look delicious!!Thanks for sharing your fantastic recipes!!I must do this one!!! =)

Unknown
Unknown
10 years ago

I cannot believe that this is what you came up with when you were in a rush! Beautiful! Happy New Year to you!

Katrina @ WVS
Katrina @ WVS
10 years ago

These are gorgeous…and so unlike anything I've ever seen! Love it!

Graham @ Glazed & Confused
Graham @ Glazed & Confused
10 years ago

The fact that you did this in a rush — amazing!
Happy New Year!

Joan /  My Cookie Clinic
Joan / My Cookie Clinic
10 years ago

What a gorgeous looking dessert! I always enjoy your photos; they are stunning. Happy New Year and continued success.

Mary @ Sifting Focus
Mary @ Sifting Focus
10 years ago

So beautiful and festive. A Happy and Sweet New Year to you Heather!

Monika
Monika
10 years ago

I love reading your posts and seeing all the beautiful pictures! You're creating amazing things. I hope one day I will have half of your skills 🙂 Well, even just a quarter would be great 😉 Happy 2014!

Macy
Macy
10 years ago

These are stunning!

We Are Not Martha
We Are Not Martha
10 years ago

These are stunning! And so beautifully wintery 🙂

Happy New Year!

Sues

Dominique Paolini
Dominique Paolini
10 years ago

These look gorgeous and delicious. Now I just need to find an occasion to make them for. 🙂

Viaja en mi Cocina
Viaja en mi Cocina
10 years ago

They look beautiful! and very creative, sure the taste is amazing. Happy New Year!

Noelle
Noelle
10 years ago

You've done it again. These are magical and gorgeous!

Kristi @ My San Francisco Kitchen
Kristi @ My San Francisco Kitchen
10 years ago

How gorgeous!! 🙂

Anonymous
Anonymous
10 years ago

These are stunning! Such a perfect dessert 🙂

Gypsy Heart
Gypsy Heart
10 years ago

I've been without a computer so just now catching up a bit. This dessert is absolutely beautiful! In looking at the directions, it mentions cranberry juice. Is it used also? Have you ever made it with just cranberry juice and no pomegranate? I always have cranberry juice on hand.

Thanks much!
Pat

Heather Baird
Heather Baird
10 years ago

It should be pomegranate juice. That's a typo. Thank you for bringing it to my attention.

Nicole (Bellenza Party Suite)
Nicole (Bellenza Party Suite)
10 years ago

These look gorgeous, Heather! Beautiful work 🙂

Poame
Poame
10 years ago

Look soo gooood!

Gina
Gina
10 years ago

These are so beautiful. You have such an amazing gift. Thank you for sharing with us.

Beauty Follower
Beauty Follower
9 years ago

Stunning!