Mandarin sorbet or ice cream Recipe
International · Dessert · 20 min total
A refreshing and vibrant sorbet made with fresh mandarin oranges, perfect for a light dessert. For an ice cream version, simply add cream and reduce water.
15
min prep
min prep
5
min cook
min cook
4
servings
servings
150
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh mandarin juice (about 4-5 mandarins)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon mandarin zest (optional)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring, until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
- Stir in mandarin juice, lemon juice, and zest until well combined.
- Pour mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's instructions until thick and slushy.
- Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- For ice cream: replace water with 1/2 cup heavy cream and reduce mandarin juice to 3/4 cup. Proceed as above.
Tips
- For a smoother sorbet, strain the juice to remove pulp.
- Serve with fresh mint leaves for garnish.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
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