Blood Orange Sorbetto
Experience the vibrant flavors of Italy with this homemade Blood Orange Sorbetto, a refreshing dessert that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Bursting with the naturally sweet, tangy essence of freshly squeezed blood orange juice, this sorbetto features a silky-smooth texture thanks to a carefully crafted simple syrup infused with delicate orange zest. A touch of lemon juice balances the sweetness, creating a perfectly tart citrus harmony. Quick to prepare and churned to perfection in under 30 minutes, this sorbetto is a zesty, palate-cleansing treat ideal for warm weather gatherings or a light, guilt-free dessert. Serve it in bowls or cones for a taste of sunshine in every bite! Perfect for fans of fruit-forward frozen desserts, this easy recipe will elevate any dessert menu.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large Blood oranges
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 250 milliliters Water
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Rinse and dry the blood oranges. Zest one orange, avoiding the bitter white pith, and set the zest aside.
Juice all the blood oranges to yield approximately 1 1/4 cups (300 milliliters) of juice. Strain the juice through a fine mesh sieve to remove any pulp and seeds. Set aside.
In a small saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, water, and the reserved orange zest. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely to form a simple syrup. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature. Once cooled, strain out the orange zest to create a smooth syrup.
In a mixing bowl, combine the blood orange juice, the cooled syrup, and lemon juice. Stir thoroughly to combine.
Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, typically 20-30 minutes, until the mixture reaches a smooth and scoopable consistency.
Transfer the churned sorbetto to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up before serving.
To serve, scoop the sorbetto into bowls or cones and enjoy its refreshing, citrusy flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1365 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 351.9 g | 128% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.8 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 303.2 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 530 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 2244 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
