Homemade Lime Sorbet Recipe 3-Ingredients
A super tangy and refreshing lime sorbet recipe that is simple to make and only uses a few fresh ingredients. This lime sorbet is naturally dairy free and it stores well.
Ingredients
- 1 cup 8 oz. water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups 16 oz. freshly squeezed lime juice (about 14 large limes worth)
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated lime zest
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the water and sugar, and boil until the sugar dissolves and it starts to thicken, about 3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and allow the syrup to completely cool.
- Once cool, stir in the lime juice and lime zest.
- Pour the mixture into a 9x5 metal baking pan.
- Freeze until firm (about 4 hours), stirring with a fork every thirty minutes for the first 3 hours. This is important. Don’t skip this step if you aren’t using an ice cream machine.
- Store covered in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Notes
- Stirring the lime sorbet every thirty minutes adds air to the sorbet, making it smoother and easier to scoop.
- If the sorbet is too firm to scoop, allow it to sit on the counter for 15-20 minutes, or until it softens enough to scoop.
- You can use key limes in this lime sorbet recipe.
Increase the lemon zest to 2 tablespoons for more tartness. - Ice cream machine – This lime sorbet recipes works well in ice cream makers. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for sorbets and then cover tightly and freeze until you’re ready to serve.