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    Make It Skinny Please » Recipes » Cocktails » Cherry Bellini cocktails

    Published: Oct 21, 2022 by Toni Dash · 7 Comments

    Cherry Bellini cocktails

    Weight Watchers Points3
    Calories: 73kcal
    Carbs: 3g
    Protein: 0.01g
    Fats: 0.01g
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    cherry bellinis with dry ice.

    Cherry Bellini's are a sweet twist on this classic fizz recipe. Perfect for the festive season (Halloween included) these cherry cocktails are a favorite cocktail spin that are skinny and refreshing any time.

    cherry bellinis with dry ice.

    You've probably heard of or enjoyed a peach Bellini before. This lighter version Cherry Bellini has only two ingredients and is perfect for a cool down in summer, toasting under the Christmas tree and dressed up for Halloween with some dry ice. Because it does not use fresh cherries it's easy to make all year long.

    Any cocktail that's fizzy and served in champagne flutes feels like a party! This bellini recipe is no different.

    Jump to:
    • What makes this skinny?
    • Recipe Ingredients Notes
    • Best Prosecco for a Skinny Bellini cocktail
    • How to make a Cherry Bellini
    • Dry Ice Safety
    • Frequently Asked Questions
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    What makes this skinny?

    These cherry Bellini's are a great skinny cocktails choice! Prosecco is the sparkling wine star of the classic cocktail. Prosecco has fewer calories than other sparkling wine (and other wines and liquor in general) like champagne. A six ounce glass of Prosecco is about 100 calories (see Prosecco notes for even fewer calorie options) and the same amount of champagne is 140 calories.

    Instead of using simple syrup, tablespoons of cherry puree or cherry syrup which have a lot of sugar, we colored and flavored this cherry-based version of a Bellini with maraschino cherry juice which has only 10 calories for 1 ounce (we use ½ ounce per cocktail so 5 calories).

    Recipe Ingredients Notes

    cherry bellini ingredients.

    Prosecco. This Italian sparkling wine is the key ingredient to a classic bellini cocktail. Chill it first unless making our Halloween version with dry ice. The dry ice will fully chill the prosecco when added to the cocktail.

    Maraschino cherry juice. It's the juice that gives these cherry bellinis that vibrant red color and sweet cherry flavor. You'll use ½ ounce of cherry juice from a jar of maraschino cherries.

    Maraschino cherry. Used as a garnish. Add one to the side of the glass. Make a cut in the bottom halfway into the cherry and put it on the glass rim.

    Best Prosecco for a Skinny Bellini cocktail

    Choosing Extra Brut or Brut Prosecco will have less sugar and therefore less calories. It still has the refreshing fizz and flavor of other Proseccos too.

    Extra Brut: 60-80 calories per glass

    Brut: 91-98 calories per glass

    Because Prosecco is the main ingredient in a Bellini choose a good quality brand that fits with your budget. It's not the time to go for the cheapest brand.

    How to make a Cherry Bellini

    Add the maraschino cherry juice to a champagne glasses.

    cherry bellini adding maraschino cherry juice to glass

    Top with prosecco.

    adding prosecco to champagne flute.

    Garnish with a maraschino cherry.

    cherry bellinis with maraschino cherry garnish.

    Halloween dry ice option:

    (Optional) Carefully add up to a 1” pellet of dry ice to the drink– it will begin to bubble and smoke for about 5 minutes. When the drink has finished smoking, enjoy.

    Dry ice will cause the prosecco to bubble quite a bit so do not fill the glass more than ½ way full. See Dry Ice Safety tips below.

    cherry bellinis with dry ice side view.

    Dry Ice Safety

    When dry ice is added to liquid it begins to smoke creating an eerie fog effect. There are some tips to know before using it. Review this Dry Ice Guide before using.

    • It will cause the drink to bubble up so do not fill the glass more than halfway with the cocktail if planning to use dry ice.
    • Dry ice will smoke for about 5 minutes then should be removed before drinking the cocktail (if swallowed it can cause burns)
    • Always use caution when handling dry ice. Never touch dry ice– always use insulated gloves and silicone utensils.
    • Never consume dry ice– wait until all drinks have finished smoking before enjoying.
    • Keep dry ice in a well ventilated container and never leave dry ice where it is accessible to children and/or pets.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the best prosecco to use for Bellini's?

    For a skinny Bellini use Extra Brut or Brut prosecco which has less sugar and fewer calories.

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    Recipe

    cherry bellinis with maraschino cherry garnish.

    Cherry Bellini's

    Weight Watchers Points3
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    This skinny cherry spin on a classic Bellini cocktails is perfect any time of year. Refreshing in summer, festive for the holiday season and we even have a spooky Halloween option too!
    5 from 53 votes
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    Course: Cocktails
    Cuisine: Italian
    Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 73kcal
    Author: Toni Dash
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    Ingredients

    • 1 ounce maraschino cherry juice
    • 8 ounces extra brut prosecco see notes
    • 2 maraschino cherries for garnish

    Instructions

    • Add the maraschino cherry juice (½ ounce per cocktail) to two champagne flutes.
    • Divide the prosecco between the two champagne glasses (4 ounces in each). Garnish with a maraschino cherry on the rim of each glass.
    • Dry Ice Option: Carefully add up to a 1-inch pellet of dry ice to the cocktail – it will begin to bubble and smoke for about 5 minutes.
      When the drink has finished smoking, enjoy. Dry ice will cause the prosecco to bubble quite a bit so do not fill the glass more than ½ way full.

    Notes

    Prosecco notes:
    • Use extra brut or brut prosecco for fewer calories
    • Chill the prosecco if not making the dry ice version.
    • The prosecco does not need to be chilled for the dry ice version. The dry ice will fully chill the cocktail.
    • The calories in this Bellini will vary based on the type of prosecco used. We based these nutrition facts on Extra Brut Prosecco at 60 calories a glass.
    Weight Watchers tracking notes:
    As of the publication of this recipe the Weight Watchers app does not track prosecco by type (extra brut, brut, etc) but by brand instead. Most brands listed are higher sugar and higher sugar options. We used a brand in the recipe tracker that most closely matches the sugar level in an extra brut prosecco. You can replace it with the actual prosecco you use.
    They also do not include maraschino cherry juice as an option. But due to the low calories, 10 per ounce, we did not try to add a substitute in the tracker.
    Dry Ice safety
    When dry ice is added to liquid it begins to smoke creating an eerie fog effect. There are some tips to know before using it. Review this Dry Ice Guide before using.
    • It will cause the drink to bubble up so do not fill the glass more than halfway with the cocktail if planning to use dry ice.
    • Dry ice will smoke for about 5 minutes then should be removed before drinking the cocktail (if swallowed it can cause burns)
    • Always use caution when handling dry ice. Never touch dry ice– always use insulated gloves and silicone utensils.
    • Never consume dry ice– wait until all drinks have finished smoking before enjoying.
    • Keep dry ice in a well ventilated container and never leave dry ice where it is accessible to children and/or pets.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 73kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 0.01g | Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 0.2mg | Potassium: 1mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.02mg
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    ABOUT THE AUTHOR

    TONI DASH
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    Toni Dash, is a Certified Nutritional Coach and certified Weight Loss Specialist, writer/blogger, photographer, chief recipe developer and creator of Make It Skinny Please. She has been developing easy to make, well-tested recipes since 2010. Her slimmed down recipes using real food ingredients bring excitement to the dining table and never taste like 'diet food'. Toni has been featured in numerous publications and on culinary websites for her creative, delicious recipes and travel features. For more details, check out her About page.

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    1. Kim says

      October 23, 2022 at 12:25 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a great recipe. We made it for brunch and everyone loved it! Not only is it delicious but it's such a gorgeous drink.

      Reply
    2. Gina Abernathy says

      October 21, 2022 at 10:29 am

      5 stars
      I am always up for a delicious cocktail- especially during the holiday season. This one is so pretty and festive.

      Reply
    3. Kim says

      October 21, 2022 at 10:27 am

      5 stars
      I made these with my favorite prosecco, so they did have a few more calories than your version, but it was totally worth it! Absolutely delicious!

      Reply
    4. Stephanie says

      October 21, 2022 at 10:25 am

      5 stars
      These were so delicious! (Maybe a little too delicious!) I love the bold cherry flavor.

      Reply
    5. Aimee Mars says

      October 21, 2022 at 9:55 am

      5 stars
      Healthier and only 2 ingredients! Who needs any other bellini version? The color of this drink is stunning too! It's perfect for Halloween and Christmas.

      Reply
    6. Nancy says

      October 21, 2022 at 9:53 am

      5 stars
      I’ve been looking for more belinni recipes and this one was super tasty

      Reply
    7. Paula K says

      October 21, 2022 at 9:05 am

      5 stars
      My husband and I LOVED these! I've never made a bellini before and these are my new favorite. Thank you.

      Reply

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