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Creamy lemon cherry sherbet made with fresh lemon juice and dried cherries, churned to perfection for a refreshing frozen treat. Serve chilled.

Lemon Cherry Sherbet

Author: Ellie James
220kcal
Prep 15 minutes
Cook 25 minutes
Total 6 hours 30 minutes
This creamy lemon cherry sherbet blends the brightness of lemon with tart cherries in a refreshing frozen dessert. Lighter than ice cream but richer than sorbet, it's the perfect citrusy treat for summer afternoons or elegant gatherings.
Servings 6 ½-cup scoops
Course Dessert, Frozen Treat
Cuisine American, Summer

Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped dried cherries
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • ice cream maker
  • freezer-safe container
  • spatula

Method

  1. In a medium saucepan over low heat, warm the milk, sugar, and salt, stirring until sugar fully dissolves. Remove from heat.
  2. Whisk in heavy cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until well chilled.
  4. Pour chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's instructions, about 20–25 minutes.
  5. Add chopped dried cherries during the last 5 minutes of churning to evenly incorporate.
  6. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours until firm.
  7. Let sherbet sit at room temp for 5–10 minutes before scooping for best texture.

Nutrition

Calories220kcalCarbohydrates25gProtein2gFat12gSaturated Fat7gPolyunsaturated Fat0.5gMonounsaturated Fat2gCholesterol40mgSodium50mgPotassium100mgFiber0.5gSugar22gVitamin A500IUVitamin C5mgCalcium60mgIron0.3mg

Notes

Thorough chilling is essential—don’t skip it! Soak dried cherries if they're stiff, and always press parchment onto the surface before freezing to prevent ice crystals. For diabetic-friendly versions, swap in monk fruit sweetener and coconut milk.

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