Description
A refreshing and naturally sweet strawberry sorbet made with fresh strawberries, your choice of sweetener, and a hint of lemon. This simple recipe requires no ice cream machine if you have a high-speed blender, making it an easy and healthy homemade frozen treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Primary Ingredients
- 3 cups strawberries (360g), stems removed, frozen or fresh
- 1/4 cup sugar of choice (pure maple syrup, white sugar, xylitol, etc.)
- 2 tsp lemon juice or zest of 1 lemon
- Optional pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Remove the stems from the strawberries and freeze them if they are not already frozen to ensure a smooth texture. Using frozen berries gives the sorbet its signature icy consistency.
- Blend Ingredients: If you have a high-speed blender like a Vitamix, combine all ingredients (strawberries, sugar, lemon juice or zest, and optional salt) directly and blend until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, resembling sorbet texture.
- Alternative Method with Ice Cream Machine: If you do not have a high-speed blender, allow the frozen berries to thaw slightly until they are soft enough to blend. Process the mixture in a regular blender until combined, then transfer it to an ice cream machine and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until firm.
- Serve or Store: Serve immediately for a softer texture or transfer to a container and freeze for 1-2 hours for a firmer consistency. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer.
Notes
- You can substitute the sugar with any sweetener of your choice, such as honey, agave syrup, or sugar alternatives like xylitol for a low-calorie option.
- Adjust the sweetness according to the sweetness of your strawberries and personal preference.
- If the mixture is too thick to blend, add a tablespoon of water or lemon juice to help it process smoothly.
- For a more intense lemon flavor, add lemon zest in addition to lemon juice.
- Use ripe, fragrant strawberries for the best flavor outcome.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
