Easy Quick Sorbet Recipe
A fast, fresh, and fuss-free sorbet recipe that comes together in under 20 minutes using simple ingredients. Perfect for a refreshing summer treat without the need for an ice cream machine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups (450g) fresh fruit (berries, mango, pineapple, peaches) or frozen fruit
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240ml) water
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: fresh herbs or spices such as mint, basil, or ginger
Instructions
- Make the simple syrup by combining sugar and water in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves completely (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
- Prepare your fruit: wash, peel, and chop fresh fruit into chunks or thaw frozen fruit slightly (about 10 minutes at room temperature).
- Place 3 cups (450g) of fruit in a blender. Add cooled simple syrup, lemon juice, and salt. Blend until smooth, about 1-2 minutes. Strain through a fine mesh sieve if desired for a smoother texture.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity by adding more sugar or lemon juice if needed.
- Pour mixture into a freezer-safe container. Cover tightly and freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight. For softer texture, stir every 30 minutes during the first 2 hours to break up ice crystals (optional).
- Remove from freezer about 5 minutes before serving to soften slightly. Scoop and serve.
Notes
Use ripe fruit for best flavor. Stir sorbet every 30 minutes during freezing for smoother texture. Let sorbet sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before scooping to soften. Substitute sugar with honey or agave syrup for a low-sugar version, but texture may vary. Add coconut milk for creamier texture or a splash of liqueur for an adult twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120ml)
- Calories: 90120
- Sugar: 18
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 12
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