Description
Watermelon Sorbet is the ultimate summer treat that captures the essence of sunshine in every spoonful. This refreshing dessert combines ripe watermelon, a hint of lemon, and just the right amount of sweetness to create a vibrant, icy delight perfect for warm days. With its bright color and luscious flavor, this sorbet is not only a crowd-pleaser but also incredibly simple to make. Serve it at barbecues, family reunions, or simply enjoy it on a hot afternoon for a delightful experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the watermelon into small, uniform chunks and remove any seeds.
- Blend the watermelon in a food processor until smooth and creamy.
- Add granulated sugar and lemon juice to the blender; blend until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into an airtight container and freeze for about 2 hours.
- If too hard after freezing, let sit for 5 minutes before scooping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup or 125g
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg