Mixed Berry Sorbet
Mixed fresh or frozen berries blend with sugar syrup and a squeeze of lemon juice, then churn or freeze into a smooth, tangy-sweet sorbet with no dairy required. The lemon balances the berries' natural sweetness and keeps the color vivid. Allow about 4 hours of freezing time before serving.
Equipment
- 1 Blender or food processor
- 1 Fine-mesh sieve (optional)
- 1 Ice cream maker (optional)
- 1 Freezer-safe container
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed fresh berries (e.g., strawberries, raspberries, blackberries)
- 1 cup water
- 0.5 cup organic cane sugar or sweetener of your choice
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 dash salt for enhanced flavor
Instructions
- Rinse and gently pat dry all berries. Remove any stems or hulls from strawberries before blending.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the berries, water, organic cane sugar, fresh lemon juice, and salt. Blend until the mixture is smooth, with no visible lumps.
- (Optional) Strain the pureed mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds for a smoother texture. If you don’t mind the seeds, you can skip this step.
- If you have an ice cream maker, pour the sorbet mixture into the chilled canister and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (approximately 20–25 minutes). If not, transfer the mixture to a freezer-safe container and freeze for about 2 hours (120 minutes), stirring every 30 minutes to break up ice crystals.
- When the sorbet is firm but still scoopable, it’s ready to serve. If it’s too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.
Notes
- For a sweeter or tangier taste, adjust sugar or lemon juice accordingly.
- You can substitute berries with other fruits like peaches or mango.
- Using agave syrup or coconut sugar is a great option if you prefer a different sweetener profile.
Nutrition
Calories: 176kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 14mgPotassium: 88mgFiber: 4gSugar: 38gVitamin A: 72IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.3mg
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