Description
This Homemade Strawberry Sorbet recipe is a refreshing and naturally sweet frozen dessert made from fresh strawberries, a simple sugar syrup, and a splash of lemon juice. Perfect for a light and fruity treat, this sorbet requires no dairy and is easily made with just a few ingredients, culminating in a smooth, slightly textured dessert with vibrant strawberry flavor.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup water
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Rinse the fresh strawberries thoroughly, hull them to remove the green stems, and slice each strawberry in half to prepare them for blending.
- Blend the Strawberry Mixture: In a blender, combine the halved strawberries with the granulated sugar and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Blend until the mixture is smooth but retains some small chunks of strawberry to provide a pleasant texture.
- Make the Sugar Syrup: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the sugar and water. Stir continuously until the sugar is fully dissolved to create a simple syrup. Remove from heat once clear and syrupy.
- Combine Syrup and Strawberry Blend: Add the sugar syrup and a pinch of salt into the blended strawberry mixture. Stir well to incorporate all ingredients evenly for balanced sweetness and flavor.
- Chill the Mixture: Place the combined mixture in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours. This step helps the flavors meld and cools the mixture before freezing.
- Freeze the Sorbet: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until firm, or alternatively, pour it into a shallow dish and freeze it for 3 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally to break up ice crystals for a smooth texture.
Notes
- Using ripe, fresh strawberries will yield the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- If you don’t have an ice cream maker, regularly stirring the mixture every 30 minutes while freezing will help prevent large ice crystals from forming.
- You can adjust the sugar amount to your preferred sweetness level based on the sweetness of your strawberries.
- For a smoother sorbet texture, strain the blended mixture before chilling to remove seeds.
- This sorbet is naturally dairy-free and vegan-friendly, making it suitable for those dietary preferences.
