Raspberry Sorbet
A quick and easy Raspberry Sorbet recipe bursting with fresh raspberry flavor, perfect for a refreshing, dairy-free, and vegan-friendly dessert. Ready in under 30 minutes, this bright and tangy frozen treat is ideal for cooling off on warm days or pairing with summer desserts.
- Author: Mary
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 25 to 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake, Freezing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan, Dairy-Free, Gluten Free
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup water
- Optional: fresh mint leaves (for blending or garnish)
- Prepare Simple Syrup: Combine equal parts sugar and water (e.g., 3/4 cup sugar and 3/4 cup water) in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until all sugar dissolves and the mixture is clear. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
- Blend the Raspberries: Place the fresh raspberries and lemon juice into a blender or food processor. Pulse until smooth to create a vibrant purée. For a smoother texture, strain the purée through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds.
- Mix and Chill: In a mixing bowl, combine the raspberry purée with the cooled simple syrup. Stir thoroughly until well blended. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to get it cold.
- Freeze the Sorbet: If using an ice cream maker, pour the chilled mixture into the machine and churn for 20 to 25 minutes until it reaches a soft-serve texture. If not using an ice cream maker, transfer the mixture to a shallow airtight container and freeze, stirring vigorously every 30 minutes for the first 2 hours to break up ice crystals and ensure smoothness.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once the sorbet is firm yet scoopable, serve immediately. For a firmer texture, freeze for an additional 2 hours. Scoop into bowls or cones, garnish with mint leaves or fresh raspberries, and enjoy a refreshing treat.
Notes
- Use ripe raspberries for the best flavor.
- Adjust sugar to balance tartness based on raspberry sweetness.
- Strain seeds for a smoother texture.
- Chill mixture prior to freezing to improve texture and speed freezing.
- If no ice cream maker, stir regularly during freezing to prevent ice crystals and ensure creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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