Blueberry and Lemon Sorbet

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-01 · Updated 2026-08-01

A refreshingly tart blueberry and lemon sorbet that captures the essence of icy freshness, perfect for cooling down on a warm day. This recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, layers fresh blueberries, granulated sugar, water into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 3 cups fresh blueberries
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tbsp finely grated lemon zest
• 1/4 tsp salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 cup water. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves completely and syrup is clear, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
2. Step 2: In a blender, puree 3 cups fresh blueberries until smooth.
3. Step 3: Strain the blueberry puree through a fine mesh sieve into a large bowl to remove skins.
4. Step 4: Stir in the cooled sugar syrup, 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 tbsp finely grated lemon zest, and 1/4 tsp salt until fully combined.
5. Step 5: Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency, about 20-25 minutes.
6. Step 6: Transfer sorbet to a freezer-safe container, cover tightly, and freeze for at least 2 hours until firm before serving.