Description
This refreshing Watermelon Mint Sorbet is a perfect summer treat, combining the natural sweetness of ripe watermelon with the cool hint of fresh mint. Light, fruity, and easy to make, it’s an ideal dessert to cool down on warm days or impress guests with a vibrant, homemade sorbet.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit Base
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
Flavorings
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Sweetener
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust based on watermelon sweetness)
Instructions
- Blend the watermelon: Place the cubed seedless watermelon into a blender and blend until completely smooth to create the fruit base for the sorbet.
- Add mint and sugar: Add fresh mint leaves and granulated sugar to the blended watermelon, then blend again until the mixture is well combined and mint is finely incorporated.
- Incorporate lemon juice: Pour in the freshly squeezed lemon juice, then blend once more to ensure even distribution and balanced acidity.
- Chill the mixture: Transfer the sorbet mixture to a container and refrigerate for 30 minutes to cool and let the flavors meld.
- Freeze the sorbet: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a sorbet consistency, or alternatively, pour it into a shallow dish and freeze for about 4 hours, stirring every hour to break up ice crystals and keep the texture light.
- Serve: Scoop the sorbet into bowls and garnish with fresh mint leaves for a visually appealing and flavorful presentation.
Notes
- Adjust sugar quantity based on the sweetness of the watermelon to avoid overly sweet or bland sorbet.
- If you don’t have an ice cream maker, freezing in a shallow dish and stirring periodically is an effective alternative.
- For an adult twist, add a splash of white rum or lime juice before freezing.
- Ensure watermelon is well chilled before blending for best results.
- Use fresh mint leaves rather than dried for a vibrant flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
