Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavor of homemade orange sorbet, a simple yet delightful dessert that captures the essence of summer. This frozen treat combines sweet and tangy notes from fresh oranges, making it perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a cozy evening at home, this easy-to-make sorbet will impress your family and friends with its refreshing taste and beautiful color.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh orange juice (about 6–8 ripe oranges)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Oranges: Juice the fresh oranges until you have about two cups of juice.
- Sweeten It Up: In a saucepan over low heat, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of sugar, stirring until dissolved into syrup.
- Mix It All Together: Once cooled, mix the sugar syrup with the orange juice and lemon juice in a large bowl until well combined.
- Chill Out: Pour the mixture into an airtight container and freeze for about 2 hours. Stir with a fork to break up ice crystals.
- The Final Freeze: Leave in the freezer for an additional 3 hours or until fully frozen.
- Serve with Style: Scoop into bowls or dessert glasses; garnish with mint leaves if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg