Description
Persimmon and Orange Sorbet is a refreshing summer delight that perfectly balances the sweetness of ripe persimmons with the zesty brightness of fresh oranges. This easy-to-make sorbet requires minimal ingredients, delivering an explosion of flavor in every scoop. Ideal for family gatherings or as a light dessert after meals, this vibrant treat will whisk you away to sunny days with its delicious taste and eye-catching appearance.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe persimmons (about 1 cup flesh)
- 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (approximately 3–4 oranges)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Wash and peel the persimmons, then scoop the flesh into a blender.
- Squeeze oranges to obtain one cup of fresh juice, straining out any seeds.
- Add persimmon flesh, orange juice, sugar, lemon juice, and water into the blender. Blend until smooth.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- Pour mixture into an airtight container and freeze for about 4 hours or until solid.
- Let sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before scooping. Serve and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg