The Ultimate Mother’s Day Cocktail

Traditionally, the Bellini is a mix of Prosecco, puree’d peaches, and sparkling wine. And while the conventional Bellini is delicious, with Mother’s Day just around the corner, why not make it more special?

Leela Cyd’s Roasted Plum Bellini recipe is easy to make + oh so refreshing — Mom will be thrilled!

Plus, the mouth-watering look of the drink, with the golden plums + sugar rimmed glasses, is perfect for Instagram.

Read on for the ultimate Mother’s Day cocktail!

Roasted Plum Bellini

4 plums, halved and pitted
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
¼ cup mango juice
1 bottle Prosecco
4 raspberries (optional garnish)

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Place plum halves pit side up and top with brown sugar. Roast for about 30 minutes, until browned and juicy. Set aside to cool.

2. Puree plums in a food processor or blender until smooth. Strain puree through a fine sieve, into a medium bowl. Whisk in mango juice. Divide mixture into a 4 sugar-rimmed glasses. Mix in a splash of Prosecco into each glass, stir to combine.

3. Top each glass with remaining Prosecco and garnish with raspberry, if desired. Serve immediately.

“Nothing says celebration like a little bubbly!” – Leela Cyd

” My mom and I are going to Italy this summer together, so this drink is a lovely preview to the traditional bellini cocktail (peach puree and Prosecco) of Venice.” – Leela Cyd

Leela Cyd is a photographer + blogger who lives with her husband David in a tiny cottage near the beach. She is currently working on her own cookbook, Food with Friends. You can follow her on Instagram, Pinterest, and Twitter.