Description
Fresh Strawberry Sorbet is a light and refreshing frozen dessert made with ripe strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. This dairy-free treat delivers bright fruit flavor and a smooth, icy texture perfect for warm days.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the simple syrup by combining the sugar and water in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar completely dissolves. Remove from heat and allow the syrup to cool.
- Rinse the strawberries thoroughly, remove the stems, and place them in a blender or food processor.
- Add the cooled sugar syrup, lemon juice, and optional pinch of salt to the strawberries. Blend until the mixture becomes completely smooth.
- For a smoother texture, strain the puree through a fine mesh strainer to remove seeds if desired.
- Transfer the mixture to the refrigerator and chill for 1–2 hours until very cold.
- Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Transfer the sorbet to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 2–3 hours, or until firm.
- Before serving, let the sorbet sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly for easier scooping.
Notes
- For a smoother sorbet, strain the blended mixture to remove strawberry seeds.
- If you do not have an ice cream maker, freeze the mixture in a shallow container and stir every 30–60 minutes for several hours to break up ice crystals.
- Swap lemon juice for lime juice for a brighter citrus flavor.
- Add a few fresh mint leaves when blending for a refreshing herbal variation.
- Store in an airtight freezer-safe container for up to two weeks. Press parchment paper or plastic wrap directly on the surface to reduce ice crystals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churn and Freeze
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/2 cup)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
