Vodka-Infused Lemon Basil Sorbet

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A refreshing, icy lemon sorbet brightened with fresh basil and a splash of vodka for a smooth, palate-cleansing dessert. This recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, layers fresh lemon juice, water, 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 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: 15 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 granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves completely, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
  2. Step 2: Stir 1 cup fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp lemon zest, and 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves into the cooled syrup. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to infuse flavors.
  3. Step 3: Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove basil pieces, pressing gently to extract liquid.
  4. Step 4: Stir 2 tbsp vodka into the strained lemon mixture. Pour into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions until sorbet is frozen and scoopable, about 20-25 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Transfer sorbet to an airtight container and freeze for 2 hours before serving. Garnish with extra basil leaves or lemon zest if desired.

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