Raspberry Sorbet
Servings: 6 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
- 4 cups fresh or frozen raspberries (*See note below if using frozen berries.)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon raspberry liqueur optional
Instructions
- You'll need an ice cream maker for this recipe. Make sure to prepare it ahead of time according to the manufacturer's directions.
- In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Bring to a boil over low-medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool.1 cup granulated sugar, ½ cup water
- Place the raspberries into a blender, and process until smooth.4 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
- Pour the raspberries through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove the seeds. Use a spatula to press the mixture through the sieve.
- Stir in the cooled simple syrup, lemon juice, and raspberry liqueur (if using). If desired, pour the mixture through a strainer a second time.1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon raspberry liqueur
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour, or until completely chilled.
- Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Transfer the sorbet to an airtight container and freeze for 4-6 hours, or until firm.
Notes
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1/2 cup of sorbet. Actual calories will vary.
- If using frozen raspberries, thaw them completely before blending. Save their liquid and add it along with the simple syrup, lemon juice, and raspberry liqueur.
- The sorbet can be enjoyed at the soft-serve stage or after it's been frozen for an hour or two. It will be soft and similar to what's shown in the photos.
Nutrition Facts
Raspberry Sorbet
Serving Size
0.5 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
178
% Daily Value*
Fat
1
g
2
%
Saturated Fat
0.02
g
0
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.1
g
Sodium
2
mg
0
%
Potassium
125
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
44
g
15
%
Fiber
5
g
21
%
Sugar
38
g
42
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
27
IU
1
%
Vitamin C
22
mg
27
%
Calcium
21
mg
2
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
