Description
Fresh Cherry Sorbet is a vibrant and refreshing dessert that embodies the essence of summer with every delightful spoonful. Made from ripe cherries, sugar, and a splash of lime juice, this easy-to-make sorbet is perfect for hot days, parties, or as a light treat after dinner. Its bright color and sweet-tart flavor will impress your guests and leave them craving more. Plus, it’s a healthier alternative to traditional ice cream, making it a guilt-free choice for dessert lovers. Whether served in a bowl or topped with whipped coconut cream and fresh mint leaves, this sorbet is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
- 4 cups pitted cherries
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 3 tsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Prepare your ice cream maker by freezing the base at least 24 hours in advance.
- In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, combine sugar and water to make simple syrup; simmer until dissolved (3-5 minutes) and let cool.
- Pit the cherries and blend them with ½ cup of simple syrup, lime juice, and salt until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove solids.
- Chill the sorbet mixture in the fridge for an hour before churning in your ice cream maker for about 15 minutes until soft-serve consistency.
- Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for 2-4 hours until firm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Choose ripe cherries for the best flavor. Experiment with other fruits like raspberries or blueberries for unique variations. If you don’t have an ice cream maker, freeze the mixture in a shallow dish, stirring every 30 minutes until firm.