Description
Fresh Cherry Sorbet is a vibrant and refreshing dessert that perfectly encapsulates the essence of summer. Bursting with the sweet-tart flavor of fresh cherries, this sorbet makes for an ideal treat on hot days, family gatherings, or post-dinner indulgence. Crafted from just a handful of natural ingredients—ripe cherries, sugar, lime juice, and a pinch of salt—this sorbet is not only easy to make but also free from artificial additives. Whether you enjoy it on its own or elevate it with garnishes like fresh mint or whipped cream, Fresh Cherry Sorbet is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
- 4 cups pitted cherries (~2 lbs)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 3 teaspoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Freeze the ice cream maker base for at least 24 hours.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat until dissolved. Cool.
- Pit the cherries and blend them with half of the simple syrup, lime juice, and salt until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer to remove solids.
- Adjust sweetness using additional simple syrup if needed; chill for an hour.
- Churn in the ice cream maker until soft-serve consistency.
- Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 2-4 hours until firm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 33g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use ripe cherries for optimal sweetness. Chill the mixture thoroughly before churning to achieve a smoother texture. Customize by adding other fruit purees or altering sweetness levels.