Description
This refreshing Homemade Strawberry Sorbet is a perfectly sweet and tangy frozen treat made with fresh strawberries, a simple syrup, and lemon juice. It’s easy to prepare, requires minimal ingredients, and delivers a delightful burst of natural strawberry flavor with a smooth yet slightly textured consistency. Ideal for a light dessert or a palate cleanser during warm weather.
Ingredients
Scale
Strawberries
- 4 cups fresh strawberries (hulled and halved)
Syrup
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
Other Ingredients
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare Strawberries: Rinse and hull the fresh strawberries, then slice them in half to prepare for blending.
- Blend Ingredients: In a blender, combine the strawberries with granulated sugar and lemon juice. Blend until smooth but keep some small strawberry chunks for texture.
- Create Sugar Syrup: On a low heat stovetop, combine sugar and water in a saucepan and stir until the sugar fully dissolves to form a simple syrup.
- Mix Mixture: Pour the sugar syrup into the strawberry blend and add a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Chill Mixture: Refrigerate the combined mixture for at least 2 hours to chill and allow flavors to meld.
- Freeze Sorbet: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until firm. Alternatively, pour into a shallow dish and freeze for about 3 to 4 hours until firm, stirring occasionally to break up ice crystals.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh, ripe strawberries for natural sweetness and vibrant flavor.
- Adjust sugar quantity depending on the sweetness of your strawberries.
- If you don’t have an ice cream maker, use the shallow dish method and stir occasionally to prevent large ice crystals.
- Serve sorbet immediately after churning or freeze longer for a firmer texture.
- Leftover sorbet can be stored in an airtight container in the freezer for up to one week.
