Watermelon Sorbet with Lime (Print View)
Light, icy dessert blending ripe watermelon with lime for summer refreshment.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 8 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
→ Sweetener & Flavor
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
04 - Pinch of salt
# How To Make It:
01 - Place the cubed watermelon in a blender and blend until completely smooth.
02 - Pour the puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl to remove any pulp for a smoother texture.
03 - Add sugar, lime juice, and a pinch of salt to the watermelon juice. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
04 - Pour the mixture into a shallow, freezer-safe dish.
05 - Freeze for 30 minutes, then stir vigorously with a fork to break up any ice crystals.
06 - Repeat stirring every 30 minutes for about 3 hours, or until the sorbet is scoopable and fluffy.
07 - Serve immediately or freeze longer for a firmer texture. Allow to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping if very hard.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- It comes together in minutes and tastes like summer captured in a bowl
- The texture is incredibly smooth when you follow the stirring trick
02 -
- Skip the straining step and you will end up with icy chunks instead of smooth sorbet
- The stirring process is tedious but absolutely essential for the right texture
03 -
- Taste your watermelon before starting and reduce sugar if it is exceptionally sweet
- Room temperature sugar dissolves faster in cold fruit puree