Description
Indulge in the ultimate summer refreshment with this easy Watermelon Sorbet Recipe. Combining the sweet juiciness of ripe watermelon with a zesty splash of lime, this homemade sorbet is perfect for hot days. Not only is it a delightful treat that will impress your guests, but it’s also a smart way to use up leftover watermelon. You don’t need an ice cream maker to create this frozen delight—just blend, freeze, and enjoy! With its vibrant flavor and natural sweetness, this guilt-free dessert stands out as both a healthy choice and a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds watermelon pieces
- 1/2 cup lime juice
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
Instructions
- Create the simple syrup by combining water and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil for 1 minute, then cool completely.
- Cut and deseed the watermelon if necessary. Place chunks in a blender.
- Add lime juice and cooled syrup to the blender. Blend until smooth.
- Pour into an ice cream maker or freezer-safe container. If using a container, freeze for 4-6 hours, stirring every hour until fully frozen.
- Serve chilled or garnish with fresh mint.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg