Alton Brown’s Easy Orange Sherbet
Alton Brown’s Easy Orange Sherbet is a delightful, refreshing treat perfect for hot summer days. With its vibrant orange flavor and creamy texture, this homemade sherbet captures the essence of sunny afternoons and childhood memories. Made with fresh oranges and simple ingredients, it’s an easy recipe that will impress friends and family alike. Whether served in bowls or cones, each scoop promises a burst of citrusy goodness that elevates any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 large fresh oranges (juiced and zested)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Juice and zest the oranges, collecting all juice.
- In a bowl, mix orange juice, sugar, and water until sugar is fully dissolved.
- Stir in heavy cream and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for one hour.
- Pour into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer instructions until soft-serve consistency is reached. Alternatively, pour into a shallow dish and freeze for two hours, stirring every thirty minutes.
- Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for at least four hours until firm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor depth, substitute blood oranges or add lemon/lime zest. Use chilled ingredients to enhance freezing time. Store in an airtight container; let sit at room temperature for five minutes before serving to make scooping easier.