Name: Lemon Sorbet
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 4 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons); 1 cup sugar; 2 cups water; Zest of 1 lemon

Lemon Sorbet

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A refreshing Lemon Sorbet that’s a perfect blend of sweet and tart, capturing the essence of summer.

Author: ameliasweet7643
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 255 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Freezing
Cuisine: American
Diet: Dairy-Free

Ingredients

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1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
1 cup sugar
2 cups water
Zest of 1 lemon

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Instructions

Combine water and sugar in a saucepan, heating until the sugar is dissolved.
Cool the syrup to room temperature.
Stir in the lemon juice and zest into the cooled syrup.
Freeze the mixture in a freezer-safe container for about 4 hours, stirring every 30 minutes.
Serve and enjoy the delightful sorbet scooped into bowls.

Notes

Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor. Stir frequently while freezing to prevent ice crystals.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 150
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 0mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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