Pink Raspberry Sorbet Mint (Printable version)
A vibrant sorbet blending tart raspberries with fresh mint for a refreshing, light summer delight.
# What You'll Need:
→ Sorbet Base
01 - 1.1 lbs fresh or frozen raspberries
02 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 cup water
04 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
→ Mint
05 - 10 fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
→ Garnish
06 - Extra mint leaves (optional)
07 - Fresh raspberries (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
02 - Combine raspberries, cooled syrup, lemon juice, and chopped mint leaves in a blender. Process until completely smooth and uniform in texture.
03 - Pour blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl. Press firmly with a spatula to extract all liquid while removing raspberry seeds.
04 - Transfer strained mixture to an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's instructions for 20-25 minutes until thick and creamy. Alternatively, pour into a shallow dish, freeze for 1 hour, then stir vigorously with a fork. Repeat every 30 minutes until set (approximately 3-4 hours).
05 - Transfer churned sorbet to a freezer-safe container. Cover tightly and freeze for at least 2 hours until firm and scoopable.
06 - Scoop sorbet into chilled bowls or cones. Garnish with additional fresh mint leaves and whole raspberries if desired. Serve immediately for optimal texture.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- The raspberry tartness hits first, then this cool mint breeze follows like an afterthought
- It comes together faster than you can finish your morning coffee and tastes like you spent hours
02 -
- A high-speed blender makes a difference in getting the mixture truly smooth before straining
- Letting the syrup cool completely before blending prevents the raspberries from tasting cooked
03 -
- Strain the puree twice if you're particular about texture—once through a regular sieve, then through a fine mesh
- Label your container with the date because this disappears faster than you'd expect in a full freezer