Description
Experience the refreshing burst of summer with this homemade Lemon Sorbet. Perfectly balancing sweetness and tartness, this delightful frozen treat is made from fresh lemons, sugar, and a hint of pineapple juice for an extra tropical twist. Ideal for cooling down on hot days or serving as a palate cleanser, this vibrant sorbet will surely bring smiles to your gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup filtered water
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice (optional)
Instructions
- Juice the lemons until you have 1 cup of lemon juice, straining out seeds and pulp.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves completely; let cool.
- Mix the cooled syrup with lemon juice and pineapple juice (if using) in a bowl.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until thick.
- Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for at least four hours until firm.
- Serve in bowls or cones, garnished with lemon zest or mint leaves if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg