Description

This homemade strawberry sorbet recipe offers a refreshing and naturally fruity dessert perfect for warm days. Made with fresh strawberries, a simple sugar syrup, and a hint of lemon juice, this easy-to-make sorbet delivers a vibrant burst of strawberry flavor with a smooth, slightly textured consistency.

Ingredients

Fruit Base

4 cups fresh strawberries (hulled and halved)
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

Syrup

1/2 cup water
A pinch of salt

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Instructions

Prepare the Strawberries: Rinse and hull the strawberries, then slice them in half to prepare for blending.
Blend Strawberry Mixture: Combine the strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a blender, pulsing until the mixture is mostly smooth but still has some small chunks for texture.
Make Sugar Syrup: In a saucepan over low heat, stir together the sugar and water until the sugar is completely dissolved, forming a clear syrup.
Combine Ingredients: Mix the sugar syrup into the blended strawberry mixture, then add a pinch of salt and stir to combine evenly.
Chill the Mixture: Place the sorbet mixture into the refrigerator and chill thoroughly for at least 2 hours to enhance flavor and prepare for freezing.
Freeze the Sorbet: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions, or alternatively place it in a shallow dish and freeze for 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally, until firm.

Notes

For a smoother texture, use an ice cream maker to churn the sorbet.
If you do not have an ice cream maker, stir the mixture every 30 minutes while freezing to reduce ice crystals.
Adjust sugar quantity based on the sweetness of your strawberries.
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor.