Description
This refreshing 4-Ingredient Blueberry Basil Sorbet combines the natural sweetness of frozen blueberries with the bright zest of lemon juice and the aromatic freshness of basil leaves. It’s a simple, no-churn dessert that’s perfect for hot summer days or any time you crave a light, fruity treat. Made with a basic syrup and blended until smooth, the sorbet is then frozen to create a delightfully icy texture that’s easy to scoop and serve.
Ingredients
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Syrup
- 3/4 cup water
- 1 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Sorbet Base
- 6 cups frozen blueberries
- 1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Make the Simple Syrup: Combine the water, granulated sugar, and freshly squeezed lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until the sugar completely dissolves and the mixture is clear, forming a simple syrup. Remove from heat.
- Cool the Syrup: Transfer the syrup to a shallow dish and place it in the refrigerator until it is completely cool to the touch, ideally chilled to room temperature or colder to ensure the best texture in the sorbet.
- Blend the Sorbet Mixture: In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the frozen blueberries, fresh basil leaves, and cooled simple syrup. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth with no visible chunks remaining, resulting in a velvety texture.
- Freeze the Sorbet: Pour the blended mixture into a loaf pan or any freezer-safe container. Cover tightly with plastic wrap or a lid, then place it in the freezer for at least 6 hours or overnight to fully set into a scoopable sorbet.
- Serve: Once the sorbet is solidified, scoop it into bowls or cones and enjoy immediately for a refreshing, fruity dessert.
Notes
- Using frozen blueberries eliminates the need for ice in the recipe, resulting in a denser sorbet texture.
- Ensure the simple syrup is fully cooled before blending to prevent unwanted melting of the frozen berries.
- For a smoother texture, you can strain the blended mixture before freezing to remove seeds, though this is optional.
- Store any leftovers in the freezer covered tightly to avoid ice crystals forming on the surface.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of basil to your taste for a more or less herbaceous flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12 of recipe (approximately ½ cup)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
