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Lemon Basil Sorbet

Delightful Lemon Basil Sorbet: A Refreshing Guilt-Free Treat

Enjoy a refreshing Lemon Basil Sorbet, a delightful treat with 150 calories per serving, perfect for summer days.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Sorbet Base
  • 1 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Ensure the lemons are juicy.
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar Can be swapped with agave or honey.
  • 1 cup Water Preferably filtered.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Use fresh for maximum flavor.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Ice Cream Maker
  • Juicer

Method
 

Preparing the Sorbet
  1. Juice fresh lemons until you have 1 cup of juice and chop fresh basil leaves finely.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water with ¾ cup of granulated sugar over low heat until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Add lemon juice and basil to cooled sugar syrup and stir until well combined.
  4. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
  5. Churn the mixture in an ice cream maker for about 20-30 minutes until soft-serve consistency is achieved.
  6. Scoop into an airtight container and freeze for a few hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 37gSugar: 36gVitamin C: 15mg

Notes

Let sorbet sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving for easier scooping.

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