Homemade Sherbet

12 servings

30 minutes

Homemade sherbet is a delicate treat of Turkish cuisine that combines creamy softness and nutty crunch. This dessert is rooted in Eastern traditions, where sherbet has long been not only a sweet delicacy but also a symbol of hospitality. Its preparation is based on simple yet flavorful ingredients: sour cream, sugar, condensed milk, and roasted nuts. The mixture caramelizes to a golden hue, acquiring a velvety texture and rich aroma complemented by hints of vanilla. Sherbet is perfect for tea time and brings a warm feeling of home comfort. In Turkey, it is often prepared for special occasions, enjoying its refined yet deep flavor that harmoniously blends sweetness with nutty richness.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 659.2
• Proteins: 8.5g
• Fats: 24.3g
• Carbohydrates: 102g

Ingredients

• Sour cream: 500 g
• Sugar: 1 kg
• Condensed milk: 200 g
• Nuts: 500 g
• Vanillin: to taste
• Salt: pinch

Cooking steps

1. Let's prepare the nuts. They need to be roasted beforehand (I do this in the microwave).

2. In an enamel container, add sugar, sour cream, salt and mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 1 kg
   • Sour cream: 500 g
   • Salt:  pinch

3. Then place on medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until golden color (i.e., when it starts to darken).

4. Add condensed milk and nuts while continuously stirring.

   Required ingredients:

   • Condensed milk: 200 g
   • Nuts: 500 g

5. We cook until the color you prefer. I slightly undercooked it: it turned out this color.

6. Add vanilla at the end of cooking and pour into silicone molds.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vanillin:  to taste

7. That is, if you don't have silicone, there's no need to worry; just grease any pan or dish with sunflower oil and pour confidently.

8. Cool it down and you can drink tea!