Juicy Watermelon Sorbet

A fresh summer favorite in an icy frozen form perfect for the heat of the season! It’s also perfect for using leftover watermelon from previous enjoyments.

Original recipe makes 8 servings

Ingredients

3 cups water
3 cups white sugar
1/4 cup lime juice
4 cups cubed seeded watermelon

  • PREP

    10 mins

  • COOK

    10 mins

  • READY IN

    2 hrs 20 mins

Directions

  1. Heat water and sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat until sugar has dissolved, stirring occasionally. Allow to cool. Place watermelon in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Whisk watermelon, lime juice and syrup together in a large bowl. Cover and chill in the refrigerator.
  2. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer’s directions until it reaches "soft-serve" consistency. Transfer sorbet to a one- or two-quart lidded plastic container; cover surface with plastic wrap and seal. For best results, sorbet should ripen in the freezer for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Nutrition

Calories: 315 kcal
Carbohydrates: 81.4 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Fat: 0.1 g
Fiber: 0.3 g
Protein: 0.5 g
Sodium: 4 mg

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