Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of homemade lemon sorbet, crafted using just four simple ingredients. This creamy sorbet is the perfect way to beat the heat on hot summer days or satisfy a sudden craving for something sweet. In only 10 minutes of preparation, you can create a vibrant dessert with a smooth texture, free from ice crystals. The zesty lemon flavor perfectly balances sweetness and tanginess, making it an ideal treat for any occasion. Enjoy a scoop of this light and palate-awakening lemon sorbet, and bring a touch of bright citrus to your dessert table!
Ingredients
- 200 g de sucre
- 200 ml de jus de citron frais
- 250 ml d'eau
- 1 zeste de citron
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine 200 g of sugar and 250 ml of water. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2-3 minutes. The mixture should be clear and slightly viscous.
- Add 200 ml of fresh lemon juice and the zest of one lemon to the sugar-water mixture. Stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into a blender and blend for 30 seconds until well incorporated and slightly frothy.
- Transfer the mixture to a 650 ml airtight container or a shallow dish. Cover and place it in the freezer for at least 3 hours until set.
- When ready to serve, scoop the sorbet using an ice cream scoop. If it's too hard, let it rest at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (100g)
- Calories: 137
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: To enhance the flavor, consider adding fresh mint leaves as a garnish when serving. If you're feeling adventurous, try substituting the lemon juice with other citrus juices like lime or orange for a different flavor profile. Ensure that you let the sorbet rest in the freezer for the recommended time to achieve the perfect texture.