Homemade Cherry Sherbet
A refreshing cherry sherbet that combines sweet-tart cherries with a creamy texture, perfect for hot summer days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup sugar or SPLENDA® Sugar Blend
- 1 cup water
- 1 small package cherry gelatin (Jell-O)
- 1 cup fresh cherry juice
- 2 cups almond milk (or other milk of choice)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cherry Syrup: In a saucepan, combine the sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add the Jell-O: Remove the saucepan from heat, and stir in the cherry gelatin until completely dissolved.
- Stir in Cherry Juice: Once the gelatin is dissolved, add the fresh cherry juice and stir to combine.
- Mix in the Almond Milk: Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then stir in the almond milk.
- Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, typically around 20-30 minutes.
- Transfer the cherry sherbet to a lidded container and freeze for an additional 2-4 hours to firm it up.
- Serve and Enjoy: Scoop the homemade cherry sherbet into bowls or cones and enjoy!
Notes
Serve in sundae glasses or waffle cones. Consider topping with fresh cherries or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cherry sherbet, homemade dessert, summer treat
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