Five-Ingredient Coconut Lime Sorbet

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A refreshing and tangy sorbet made with just five ingredients, perfect for a quick cool-down treat. This recipe (gluten free, dairy free), ready in about 35 minutes, layers coconut milk, granulated sugar, fresh lime juice 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 180 calories and feeds 4, 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: 25 min Serves 4 Desserts cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine 3/4 cup granulated sugar and 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar dissolves completely and mixture is warm but not boiling, about 5 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1/3 cup fresh lime juice, 1 tbsp lime zest, and 1/4 tsp salt until fully incorporated.
  3. Step 3: Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until thoroughly chilled.
  4. Step 4: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, usually about 20-25 minutes, until sorbet is thick and frozen.
  5. Step 5: Transfer the sorbet to an airtight container and freeze for an additional 1 hour before serving for a firmer texture.

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