Refreshing Strawberry Sorbet
A quick and easy homemade strawberry sorbet that is light, refreshing, and perfect for summer. Made with fresh strawberries, lemon, and simple syrup for a smooth, natural flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh strawberries (about 600 grams), hulled and halved
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150 grams)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 30 ml)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 cup water (240 ml)
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the simple syrup by combining 3/4 cup sugar and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool completely.
- Wash, hull, and halve the strawberries. If using frozen, thaw completely and drain excess liquid.
- In a blender or food processor, combine strawberries, cooled simple syrup, lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth, about 1-2 minutes. For a seedless sorbet, strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve.
- Pour the mixture into a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill.
- If using an ice cream maker, churn the chilled mixture according to manufacturer instructions for 20-25 minutes until soft-serve consistency.
- If not using an ice cream maker, pour mixture into a shallow freezer-safe container. Freeze for 30 minutes, then stir vigorously to break up ice crystals. Repeat stirring every 30 minutes for about 3 hours until firm but scoopable.
- Once firm, cover tightly and freeze for an additional 1-2 hours for a firmer texture. Before serving, let sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften.
Notes
Use ripe, fragrant strawberries for best flavor. Do not skip the simple syrup to keep sorbet smooth and prevent large ice crystals. Chill the mixture before freezing to improve texture. Stir often if not using an ice cream maker to mimic churning. Store in airtight containers to prevent freezer burn. Let sorbet soften 5-10 minutes before serving for easier scooping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120 ml)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 26
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
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