Description
This refreshing Lemon Sorbet features frozen strawberries blended with a sweetener and fresh citrus for a light, fruity dessert that’s perfect for warm days or anytime you crave a cool treat. By combining simple ingredients and freezing the mixture, you create a smooth, tangy sorbet that’s easy to make and naturally dairy-free.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 16 oz. strawberry chunks (frozen)
- ¼-½ cup agave nectar (or honey, or simple syrup)
- 1 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lime or lemon juice
- 1 tsp. lemon zest (or lime zest)
- Mint sprigs (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: Add the frozen strawberries, ¼ cup of sweetener, the freshly squeezed juice, and lemon zest to a large food processor or blender. Blend for 1-2 minutes, stopping every 20-30 seconds to scrape down the sides, ensuring a completely smooth consistency with no visible fruit chunks. Gradually add additional sweetener one tablespoon at a time, blending well after each addition until the desired sweetness is achieved.
- Transfer and Smooth: Pour the blended mixture into a 9×5-inch metal loaf pan. Use a spatula to spread the sorbet evenly in the pan, creating a flat surface for uniform freezing.
- Freeze: Place the pan in the freezer and allow the sorbet to freeze for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results. This hardens the mixture to a scoopable texture.
- Serve: Remove the sorbet from the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for 1-2 minutes to soften slightly for easier scooping. Serve garnished with a sprig of fresh mint if desired, and enjoy your homemade lemon-infused strawberry sorbet.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness according to your preference by adding more or less agave nectar, honey, or simple syrup.
- If strawberries are too hard, let them thaw slightly before blending to avoid damaging your blender.
- Using a metal loaf pan helps the sorbet freeze evenly and makes it easier to scoop once frozen.
- For a more intense citrus flavor, increase the amount of lemon zest slightly.
- This sorbet is naturally dairy-free and vegan friendly, making it suitable for those dietary preferences.
- Store leftover sorbet covered in the freezer; let it sit a few minutes at room temperature to soften before serving again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
