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Orange Sherbet

Refreshing Orange Sherbet: Your Homemade Summer Bliss

Homemade Orange Sherbet is a refreshing dessert that combines bright citrus flavor with a creamy texture, perfect for summer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Freezing Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 scoops
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Sherbet Base
  • 2 cups Fresh Orange Juice Feel free to swap in other citrus juices for a twist.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Honey or agave syrup can be used.
  • 1.5 tablespoons Orange Zest Essential for authenticity.
  • 1/8 teaspoon Kosher Salt Fine sea salt is a suitable substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used instead.
  • 1 cup Milk Consider almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free.

Equipment

  • Ice Cream Maker

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the fresh orange juice, granulated sugar, orange zest, kosher salt, and vanilla extract until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Gradually pour in the milk and heavy whipping cream, whisking gently until well blended.
  3. Pour the mixture into the pre-frozen bowl of your ice cream maker and churn for 20-30 minutes until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
  4. Transfer the sherbet into a freezer-safe container, cover the surface with plastic wrap, and freeze for at least 4 hours.
  5. Before serving, let the sherbet sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to soften.

Nutrition

Serving: 1scoopCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 20mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Enjoy this delightful dessert as a guilt-free indulgence that’s both vegetarian-friendly and naturally sweetened.

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