Easy Watermelon Sorbet Recipe with 3 Simple Ingredients to Beat Summer Heat
A quick and refreshing watermelon sorbet made with just watermelon, sugar, and lime juice. Perfect for cooling down on hot summer days with a light, naturally sweet treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (freezing time)
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups (900g) seedless watermelon, cubed and chilled
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Cut the watermelon into cubes, removing any seeds if not using seedless. Measure about 6 cups (900g) of cubed watermelon and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes if not already cold.
- Place the chilled watermelon cubes into a blender or food processor. Add 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons (30ml) fresh lime juice. Blend on high speed until completely smooth, about 1 to 2 minutes.
- If desired, strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve to remove pulp or seeds for a silkier texture.
- Taste the mixture and add more sugar a teaspoon at a time if you want it sweeter, blending briefly after each addition.
- Pour the watermelon mixture into a shallow, freezer-safe container. Spread evenly, cover tightly, and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm but scoopable.
- Optionally, stir the sorbet every 30 minutes during the first 2 hours of freezing to break up ice crystals for a smoother texture.
- Before serving, let the sorbet sit at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes to soften slightly. Scoop with an ice cream scoop dipped in warm water.
Notes
Use ripe, fragrant watermelon for best flavor. Stirring the sorbet during freezing helps achieve a smoother texture but is optional. If sorbet freezes too hard, let it soften in the fridge for 15-20 minutes before serving. Fresh lime juice is preferred over bottled for best taste. Variations include adding fresh herbs like mint or basil, or swapping sugar for honey or maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 16
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 0.5
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