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Strawberry Sorbet

Easy Homemade Strawberry Sorbet for a Refreshing Summer Treat

This Easy Homemade Strawberry Sorbet is a delightful summer treat made with fresh strawberries, offering a refreshing and healthier alternative to store-bought options.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sorbet
  • 4 cups Fresh Strawberries Substitute with frozen strawberries when needed
  • 1 cup Water Essential for blending the strawberries into a smooth mixture
  • 3/4 cup White Sugar Consider using honey or agave for a healthier option
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh lemon juice preferred, but bottled works if necessary

Equipment

  • Ice Cream Maker
  • blender
  • medium saucepan
  • fine mesh sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Strawberry Sorbet
  1. Prepare the Ice Cream Maker: Begin by placing your ice cream maker bowl in the freezer at least 8 hours before making the sorbet.
  2. Hull and Blend Strawberries: Hull the fresh strawberries, place them in a blender with water, and blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Strain the Purée: Strain the blended strawberry mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a medium saucepan.
  4. Heat with Sugar and Lemon Juice: Heat the saucepan over medium-low heat, add sugar and lemon juice, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  5. Chill the Mixture: Remove from heat, cool for a few minutes, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  6. Churn in the Ice Cream Maker: Pour chilled mixture into the ice cream maker and churn for 20-25 minutes.
  7. Freeze Until Firm: Transfer to a freezer-safe container, smooth the top, and freeze for 1-2 hours.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Let sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften before scooping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. If too hard, let sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping.

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