Italian Lemon Sherbet
4 servings
15 minutes
Lemon sorbet is a refreshing treat from sunny Italy, where light fruit desserts are valued for their refreshing effect and natural sweetness. This sorbet, made from lemon juice and zest, has a bright citrus aroma and a balance between tartness and gentle sweetness. Its ease of preparation makes it accessible even for home cooking enthusiasts: a syrup of water and sugar is combined with lemon juice and then transformed into a delightful icy dessert. In Italy, it is traditionally served in chilled lemon halves, making the tasting experience even more exquisite. Perfect on a hot day, this sorbet refreshes, lifts the spirits, and transports you to the atmosphere of the sunny Mediterranean coast.
1
In a pot, mix water and sugar and bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature. Add lemon juice, grated zest from 2 lemons, and chill in the refrigerator until completely cool.
- Water: 1 glass
- Sugar: 1 glass
- Lemon juice: 1 glass
- Lemon: 2 pieces
2
Pour into an ice cream maker and freeze. Or pour into halved lemons that have been cleaned of pulp and freeze them like molds.
- Lemon: 2 pieces