Strawberry Sorbet (Fresh & Easy)
This strawberry sorbet is made with fresh strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and water for a smooth, refreshing, dairy-free dessert. Bright flavor, simple ingredients, and perfect for warm weather.
Servings: 16
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 pounds fresh strawberries about 3 pints
- 1 3/4 cups sugar can reduce slightly if strawberries are very sweet
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- pinch of salt
- sliced strawberries for garnish (optional)
- mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
- Stir in lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
- Wash and dry the strawberries.
- Blend strawberries with the cooled syrup until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve for a smoother texture.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, until very cold.
- Pour into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Transfer to a container and freeze until firm.
- Scoop and serve, garnished with fresh strawberries or mint if desired.
Notes
Use ripe, sweet strawberries for best flavor.
Straining improves texture and removes seeds (optional but recommended).
Chilling the base before churning is important for a smooth result.
Sugar helps with texture—reducing too much may make the sorbet icy.
Let sorbet sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the freezer. Best consumed within a few days for optimal texture.
Straining improves texture and removes seeds (optional but recommended).
Chilling the base before churning is important for a smooth result.
Sugar helps with texture—reducing too much may make the sorbet icy.
Let sorbet sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping.
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the freezer. Best consumed within a few days for optimal texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 108kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 112mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 43.1mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.3mg
