Lemon Mint Sorbet
Prepare the Simple Syrup:
- In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine water, sugar, and lemon zest. Stir occasionally until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh mint. Set aside to allow the mint to steep.
Combine and Chill:
- While the simple syrup is steeping, whisk together the lemon juice, limoncello, and a pinch of salt in a separate bowl.
- Once the simple syrup has cooled slightly, pour the lemon mixture into the minted syrup and stir to combine.
- Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight.
Churn and Freeze:
- Once the mixture is well-chilled, pour it into the frozen base of your ice cream maker.
- Cover and churn for 20-30 minutes, or until the sorbet reaches a thick, slushy consistency.
- Transfer the sorbet to a container and freeze for an additional 1-2 hours to set to your desired firmness.
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Ingredients:
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3cups water | |
2cups sugar | |
3large lemon zest | |
1.5cups mint leaves fresh, divided, finely minced | |
1.5cups lemon juice fresh | |
0.5cup limoncello | |
0.125teaspoon kosher salt |
Directions
1.
Prepare the Simple Syrup
1. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine water, sugar, and lemon zest. Stir occasionally until the sugar is fully dissolved. | 2. Remove from heat and stir in fresh mint. Set aside to allow the mint to steep.
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2.
Combine and Chill
1. While the simple syrup is steeping, whisk together the lemon juice, limoncello, and a pinch of salt in a separate bowl. | 2. Once the simple syrup has cooled slightly, pour the lemon mixture into the minted syrup and stir to combine. | 3. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight.
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3.
Churn and Freeze
1. Once the mixture is well-chilled, pour it into the frozen base of your ice cream maker. | 2. Cover and churn for 20-30 minutes, or until the sorbet reaches a thick, slushy consistency. | 3. Transfer the sorbet to a container and freeze for an additional 1-2 hours to set to your desired firmness.
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Recipe content adapted from Foodista, modified and licensed under CC BY 3.0.
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