Lemon Sorbet Citrus Refresh (Printable version)
Tangy frozen lemon dessert bursting with bright citrus flavor, perfect for cooling off on hot days.
# List of ingredients:
→ Citrus
01 - 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (approximately 4–5 lemons)
02 - 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest (from 1–2 lemons)
→ Syrup
03 - 1 cup granulated sugar (200 g)
04 - 1 cup water (240 ml)
→ Optional
05 - Pinch of sea salt
06 - Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
# Directions:
01 - In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves completely, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
02 - In a mixing bowl, stir together cooled simple syrup, freshly squeezed lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of sea salt if using, ensuring thorough integration.
03 - Pour mixture into a shallow freezer-safe dish. Freeze for 1 hour, then scrape and stir the semi-frozen sorbet with a fork to break up ice crystals. Return to freezer.
04 - Continue freezing and scraping every 30 to 45 minutes until the sorbet is fully frozen and has a light, fluffy texture, about 3 to 4 hours in total.
05 - If available, churn mixture in an ice cream maker in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions until properly frozen and airy.
06 - Scoop sorbet into serving bowls or glasses. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- This sorbet feels like a little burst of sunshine that you get to enjoy any time, a real secret refreshment treasure.
- It became a favorite because it’s incredibly simple, yet the flavor is astonishingly fresh and vibrant.
02 -
- Freezing and scraping repeatedly is the secret to that perfect sorbet fluffiness—don't rush this step.
- Adding a pinch of sea salt can elevate the flavors in a way you might not expect but will love.
03 -
- Don’t underestimate the power of fresh lemon zest; it transforms the sorbet from good to unforgettable.
- Making sure the syrup is fully cooled before mixing with lemon juice helps keep the texture light and prevents melting during freezing.