Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of homemade Grapefruit Sorbet, a zesty dessert that’s perfect for warm weather. This vibrant sorbet strikes a beautiful balance between tart and sweet, making it an ideal treat for summer gatherings or a light finish to any meal. With its stunning pink hue and simple preparation method, you can impress your guests without breaking a sweat. Made with fresh ingredients and minimal added sugar, this sorbet is not only delicious but also a healthier alternative to store-bought options. Get ready to savor the bright flavors of grapefruit and lemon in every spoonful!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cups sugar
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon grated grapefruit zest
- 2 cups freshly squeezed grapefruit juice
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, water, and grapefruit zest over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and cool for 5 minutes.
- Stir in grapefruit juice and lemon juice. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl and refrigerate until chilled (at least 4 hours).
- Process the chilled mixture in an ice cream machine according to manufacturer’s instructions until smooth. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg