Description
Authentic Italian Lemon Sorbet, or Sorbetto al Limone, is a refreshing and tangy frozen dessert made with fresh lemons, sugar, and water. Perfect as a palate cleanser or a light summer treat!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons Limoncello (optional)
- Mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Make Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Add Lemon Juice: Once the syrup is cool, add the fresh lemon juice and Limoncello (if using). Stir to combine.
- Freeze Mixture: Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and place it in the freezer. Stir the mixture every hour to break up ice crystals until fully frozen, about 4-5 hours.
- Blend for Smooth Texture: For a smoother texture, blend the frozen mixture in a food processor until smooth and creamy. Return to the freezer for another hour before serving.
- Serve: Scoop the sorbet into bowls or hollowed-out lemon halves. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.
Notes
For a sweeter sorbet, adjust the amount of sugar to taste.
Adding a small amount of Limoncello helps keep the sorbet smooth and prevents it from freezing too hard.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (plus freezing time)
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 30g
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Protein: 0g