Refreshing The Delightful Lemon Basil Sorbet Recipe
A vibrant, dairy-free frozen treat that balances the tartness of fresh lemon with the peppery, herbal notes of garden-fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 1 quart 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: Modern Fusion
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
Instructions
- Simmer water and sugar in a pan until dissolved, then cool completely.
- Blanch basil leaves in boiling water for 5 seconds, then shock in ice water.
- Blend the cooled syrup, lemon juice, zest, and blanched basil until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a chilled bowl.
- Churn in an ice cream maker until a soft-serve consistency is reached.
- Freeze in an airtight container for at least 4 hours before serving.