Delightful Lemon Basil Sorbet (Print View)
Cool lemon juice and basil blend for a refreshing, tangy, and sweet frozen treat—ideal for summer enjoyment.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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480 ml fresh lemon juice
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200 g granulated sugar
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240 ml water
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20 g fresh basil leaves
# Directions:
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In a saucepan, combine granulated sugar and water. Warm over medium heat, stirring continuously, until sugar is fully dissolved.
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Remove the saucepan from heat and add chopped fresh basil leaves. Allow to steep for 10 minutes, releasing aromatic oils.
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Strain the basil-infused syrup into a blender, filtering out and discarding the basil leaves.
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Pour fresh lemon juice into the blender with the syrup and blend briefly until the base is fully integrated.
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Transfer the sorbet base to a lidded container and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or until thoroughly chilled.
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Pour the chilled base into an ice cream maker. Churn in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions until it achieves a sorbet consistency.
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Place the churned sorbet in an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to set prior to serving.
# Notes:
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For a more intense basil note, increase steeping time to 15 minutes.