Semifreddo Bellini

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Servings:
2

Semifreddo means "half cold" in Italian. Here it refers to the slushy mixture that brings texture and flavor to this classic Champagne cocktail.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup peeled, chopped peaches, frozen until hardened

  • ¼ cup peach schnapps

  • ¾ cup plus 2 tablespoons chilled Champagne or sparkling white wine

  • 2 tablespoons superfine sugar

  • 1 cup small ice cubes

  • Peach slices, for garnish

Directions

  1. Blend peaches, peach schnapps, 2 tablespoons Champagne, the sugar, and ice in a blender until smooth. Divide mixture between 2 glasses; top off each glass with 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons Champagne, and serve.

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