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5-Minute Lemon Sorbet (No Churn) Recipe

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A quick and refreshing 5-minute lemon sorbet recipe that requires no churning. This easy-to-make dessert blends ice, simple syrup, and fresh lemon juice into a smooth, tangy sorbet perfect for a hot day or a light palate cleanser.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 5-6 cups ice (depending on texture preference)
  • 1 ½ cups simple syrup
  • ¾ cup fresh lemon juice (about 5-6 lemons)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Measure out 5 cups of ice, 1 ½ cups of simple syrup, and ¾ cup of fresh lemon juice, ensuring the lemon juice is freshly squeezed for the best flavor.
  2. Blend Sorbet: Add the ice, simple syrup, and lemon juice to a high-speed blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth, pausing occasionally to push down any sorbet stuck to the sides or blades to ensure even blending.
  3. Adjust Texture: If the sorbet is too slushy or thin, add additional ice in ½ cup increments and blend again until the desired texture is reached.
  4. Serve or Freeze: Serve the sorbet immediately for a soft-serve texture, or transfer it to a freezer-safe container, cover, and freeze for a more solid consistency before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice to maximize bright and vibrant flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of ice to achieve your preferred sorbet texture.
  • This recipe requires no churning or an ice cream maker, perfect for quick treats.
  • Simple syrup can be homemade or store-bought; you can adjust sweetness as desired.
  • For a more intense lemon flavor, zest some lemon peel into the blender before blending.