Citrus Sorbet with Mint

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A bright and icy sorbet combining freshly squeezed citrus juices with a hint of mint for a refreshing frozen dessert. This recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, layers Fresh orange juice, Fresh lemon juice, 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 5 min Serves 6 International cuisine 110 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water and 3/4 cup sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sugar dissolves completely to make a simple syrup, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  2. Step 2: Add 10 fresh mint leaves to the hot syrup and steep for 15 minutes to infuse.
  3. Step 3: Strain out the mint leaves and let the syrup cool to room temperature.
  4. Step 4: In a large bowl, mix the cooled syrup with 1 cup fresh orange juice, 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice, and 1 tbsp orange zest until fully combined.
  5. Step 5: Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a sorbet consistency, about 20-25 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Transfer the sorbet to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.
  7. Step 7: Garnish with fresh mint leaves when serving for an added touch.

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