Orange-Aperol Sorbet with Fresh Citrus Zest
A refreshing, non-alcoholic sorbet that captures Aperol's signature bittersweet citrus notes, ideal for hot summer days. This Italian-inspired recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, layers Aperol, fresh orange juice, granulated sugar 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.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Aperol
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp fresh lemon zest
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a saucepan, combine 1/2 cup Aperol, 1 cup fresh orange juice, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1/4 cup water. Heat over medium until sugar dissolves, then cool to room temperature.
- Step 2: Stir in 1 tsp lemon zest until fully incorporated.
- Step 3: Pour mixture into an ice cream maker and churn for 20 minutes until thick and slushy.
- Step 4: Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 3 hours until firm, stirring once after 1 hour to prevent ice crystals.
