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Homemade Strawberry Sorbet

Homemade Strawberry Sorbet

This Homemade Strawberry Sorbet is a bright, fruity, and refreshing dessert made from fresh strawberries, simple syrup, and lemon juice. Perfect for warm days or as a light, delightful treat, this sorbet boasts natural sweetness with a smooth texture and vibrant flavor, requiring no fancy equipment and suitable for all ages.

Ingredients

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Fresh Strawberry Sorbet Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and cut into halves or quarters
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Strawberries: Begin by washing the strawberries thoroughly and removing the green tops. Cut them into halves or quarters to make blending easier and quicker.
  2. Make the Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely, then remove from heat and let it cool. This simple syrup ensures the sorbet freezes without becoming too icy.
  3. Blend the Ingredients: Place the cut strawberries, cooled simple syrup, and fresh lemon juice into a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth, creating a vibrant, ruby-colored liquid base for your sorbet.
  4. Chill the Mixture: Pour the strawberry blend into a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Chilling helps the mixture freeze evenly and improves overall texture.
  5. Freeze the Sorbet: If you have an ice cream maker, pour the chilled mixture into your machine and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (usually about 20-30 minutes). If not, pour the mixture into a shallow container and freeze, stirring every 30 minutes to break up ice crystals until smooth and set.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Once the Homemade Strawberry Sorbet has reached a creamy, scoopable consistency, it’s ready to be served. Enjoy immediately or transfer to an airtight container for later.

Notes

  • Choose ripe strawberries for the best flavor and sweetness.
  • Don’t skip chilling the mixture before freezing to improve texture.
  • Stir the sorbet regularly if you don’t use an ice cream maker to avoid large ice crystals.
  • Fresh lemon juice balances the sweetness and adds brightness.
  • Use clean, cold utensils and serving dishes to keep the sorbet’s icy texture.

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