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Lemon Sorbet Recipe

Zesty Lemon Sorbet Recipe: Your Chill Summer Treat

This 3-Ingredient Lemon Sorbet Recipe is a refreshing, vegan, and guilt-free dessert that's perfect for summer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sorbet Mixture
  • 1 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • 1 cup Water Vital for dissolving sugar
  • 1 cup Sugar Can substitute with granulated erythritol for keto option
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Enhances the lemon flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Optional Vodka Helps maintain a soft texture

Equipment

  • ice cream maker
  • Saucepan
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Lemon Sorbet Recipe
  1. Thoroughly chill your ice cream maker’s bowl in the freezer for at least 24 hours.
  2. In a saucepan, combine equal parts of water and sugar over medium heat, stirring until dissolved.
  3. Remove from heat, let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.
  4. Zest a lemon and squeeze the juice into the chilled syrup, then combine in the ice cream maker.
  5. Churn for approximately 15 minutes until slushy.
  6. Check texture; serve immediately for softer sorbet or freeze for an hour for firmer texture.
  7. Stir and freeze for another 30 minutes if necessary, until desired texture is achieved.
  8. Scoop into bowls or hollowed-out lemons, garnish with fresh mint or basil, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 28gVitamin C: 25mg

Notes

For best results, chill all ingredients and the simple syrup thoroughly before use. Stir sorbet every 30 minutes during freezing for a creamy consistency.

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