Description
A refreshing and light Watermelon Mint Sorbet that combines the natural sweetness of watermelon with a hint of lime and fresh mint. Enhanced with a splash of white rum for depth, this sorbet is perfect for hot summer days and a delightful homemade frozen treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 pounds of watermelon, seeded and scooped into big chunks
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon raw (turbinado) sugar
- 3 limes, juiced
- 3 tablespoons white rum
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon mint, chopped
Instructions
- Blend Watermelon and Flavorings: Toss the watermelon chunks, raw sugar, lime juice, and white rum into a blender. Pulverize the mixture until smooth, ensuring the watermelon breaks down completely.
- Add Mint: Add the chopped mint to the blender and pulse a few times to chop the mint into large flecks, distributing its flavor throughout the sorbet.
- Chill Mixture: Pour the blended mixture into a bowl and chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. This helps the flavors to meld and prepares the mixture for freezing.
- Churn Sorbet: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and process according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a sorbet consistency.
- Freeze and Serve: Transfer the sorbet to an airtight container and freeze for a few hours. Sorbet can harden if frozen too long; let it sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes before scooping to soften.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of mint according to your taste preference for a stronger or milder mint flavor.
- If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can freeze the mixture in a shallow pan and stir every 30 minutes to break up ice crystals until fully frozen.
- The white rum adds depth and helps maintain a smooth texture but can be omitted for a non-alcoholic version.
- Use seedless watermelon or remove seeds before blending for a smoother sorbet.
- Serving sorbet soon after making is best for optimal texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes (chilling) + 20 minutes (churning) + freezing time (few hours)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: watermelon sorbet, mint sorbet, summer dessert, frozen treat, fruit sorbet, homemade sorbet, refreshing dessert
