Description

This Peach Sorbet recipe is a refreshing and fruity dessert perfect for hot days. Made with ripe peaches, sugar, lemon juice, and a touch of water, this easy no-cook sorbet offers a natural sweetness and bright flavors. Optionally, you can enhance it with vanilla extract or fresh mint for an added aromatic twist. The smooth sorbet is ideally churned by stirring during freezing to minimize ice crystals, resulting in a luscious, icy treat that melts delightfully on the tongue.

Ingredients

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Primary Ingredients

4 cups sliced ripe peaches (about 5 medium peaches), peeled and pitted
⅓ cup granulated sugar (adjust based on sweetness of peaches)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons water

Optional Ingredients

1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chopped fresh mint

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Instructions

Prepare the Peaches: If using fresh peaches, peel and slice them. To easily peel, blanch the peaches in boiling water for 30 seconds, then transfer to an ice bath; the skins will slip off easily.
Blend the Ingredients: Add the peach slices, sugar, lemon juice, and water to a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth. Taste the puree and adjust sweetness if needed.
Strain Mixture (Optional): For a super smooth sorbet, pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove any remaining pulp before freezing.
Freeze the Sorbet: Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container. Freeze for 3 to 4 hours, stirring once or twice during the first hour to break up ice crystals and ensure a smooth texture. Then let it freeze undisturbed until firm.
Serve: Before serving, allow the sorbet to sit at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes to soften slightly. Scoop and enjoy your refreshing peach sorbet.

Notes

Adjust the sugar quantity based on the natural sweetness of your peaches to avoid over-sweetening.
Blanching peaches makes peeling quicker and easier but can be skipped if you prefer a more rustic texture.
Stirring during the first freezing hour prevents large ice crystals, resulting in a creamier sorbet.
The optional vanilla extract or fresh mint can be blended in for additional flavor notes.
This sorbet is best consumed within a week for optimal freshness.