Yield: serves 6

Easy Lemon Sorbet

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Smooth, sweet, and tart describes this deliciously, Easy Lemon Sorbet recipe! No ice cream maker needed! Add an optional shot of vodka for the perfect palate cleanser!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • ΒΌ cup grated lemon peel (fresh)
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice
  • vodka, if desired, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to boil over high heat. Boil for one minute, stirring until sugar is completely dissolved. Reduce heat to low.
  2. Add in freshly grated lemon peel and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool completely.
  3. Once cooled add in fresh lemon juice. Pour into a freezer safe container, such as a bowl or metal bread pan. Freeze for about 4 hours, or until firm
  4. When ready to serve, scoop into a bowl (or fancy glass). Add a shot of vodka, if desired.

Notes

  • For the simple syrup: Mix together to sugar and water in a saucepan. Boil for one minute before adding the lemon peel.
  • Let the syrup cool before adding lemon juice to the mixture.
  • Freeze the sorbet mixture for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
  • Nutrition Information:

    Yield:

    6

    Serving Size:

    1

    Amount Per Serving: Calories: 156Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 3mgCarbohydrates: 37gFiber: 1gSugar: 34gProtein: 0g

    *Nutrition facts are an estimate and not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietitian for special diet advice.

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