Raspberry Sorbet
Fresh or frozen raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice are all you need for this bright, dairy-free sorbet. The fruit is pureed, strained, and churned until smooth and scoopable. Total active time is about 20 minutes, plus 2–3 hours of freezing.
Equipment
- Blender
- Fine Mesh Sieve
- Ice Cream Maker
- Mixing Bowl
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh raspberries preferably organic
- 1 cup sugar granulated
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
Instructions
- Make the Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat until the sugar completely dissolves, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
- Blend the Raspberries: Place 2 cups of fresh raspberries in a blender with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Blend until smooth, creating a vibrant red puree.
- Strain the Puree: Pour the raspberry puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a mixing bowl, using a spatula to press the mixture and extract as much juice as possible, leaving behind the seeds.
- Combine to Churn: Mix the cooled simple syrup with the strained raspberry juice until well integrated. Pour this mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Freeze Further: Transfer the sorbet into a container and freeze for an additional 2-4 hours until it’s firm enough to scoop.
Notes
Lori’s Tips:
- For a twist, consider adding a splash of raspberry liqueur to the mixture before churning for an extra layer of flavor.
- If raspberries are out of season, consider using frozen raspberries as an alternative.
- To accommodate different dietary needs, substitute the sugar with a natural sweetener like agave syrup, but keep in mind the change in flavor profiles and sweetness levels.
Nutrition
Calories: 225kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.04gSodium: 4mgPotassium: 95mgFiber: 4gSugar: 53gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 0.4mg
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