Teresa's Recipes
Summer Delight Peach Sorbet
Embrace the essence of summer with this invigorating and refreshing Peach Sorbet. Made with perfectly ripe, juicy peaches and a hint of lemon, this sorbet bursts with a sunshine-filled, fruity flavour. A traditional treat dating back to the Roman Empire, sorbet was often served between meals to cleanse the palate. Our peach version carries on this tradition, offering a sweet, clean finish to any meal, or a delightful standalone treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 4, large Ripe peaches
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Dessert
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Freezing Time: 2 hours
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 50g
- Protein: 1g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Sugar: 48g
Instructions
- Start by peeling and pitting the peaches. Once this is done, cut them into small chunks.
- Place the prepared peach chunks into a blender or food processor.
- To the blender, add the fresh lemon juice, granulated sugar, and water.
- Blend the mixture until it achieves a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Pour the blended mixture into an ice cream maker. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for churning.
- Once churned, transfer the sorbet into a lidded container. Freeze for at least 2 hours to let it firm up.
- Serve the peach sorbet in individual bowls or ice cream cones. Enjoy this delightful treat as a refreshing dessert on a hot summer day.
Tips
- For a sugar-free version, replace the granulated sugar with a natural sweetener like honey or agave syrup.
- If you don't have an ice cream maker, you can freeze the blended mixture in a shallow dish, stirring every 30 minutes until it reaches the desired consistency.