Simple Orange Sorbet

Looking for a refreshing homemade dessert? This simple Orange Sorbet is a sweet, citrusy treat that's perfect for summer.

Sorbet is one of the easiest summer desserts to make in that it requires simply a few ingredients, depending on the flavor you are going for. This time around, We opted for orange sorbet. It makes for a tasty, refreshing treat!

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What is orange sorbet?

Orange sorbet is a dairy-free frozen dessert made from fresh orange juice, sugar, and water. It's known for its bright, refreshing flavor and silky smooth texture. Unlike sherbet, sorbet contains no milk or cream, so it's naturally vegan and gluten-free.

What makes this orange sorbet so awesome

• Simply 3 ingredients
• Bursting with tangy orange flavor
• Dairy-free and vegan-friendly
• Perfect for summer, parties, or as a palate cleanser
• Done in 30 minutes

Ingredients for homemade orange sorbet

• Fresh orange juice
• Granulated sugar
• Water

Pro tip: Use freshly squeezed juice for the best flavor.

A note about sugar: Some sorbet recipes call for 6 cups of sugar (6! Whole cups of sugar! That's crazy talk, people!) You don't need to use that much. Simply 1 1/4 cups of sugar in this recipe results in a sorbet that's the perfect of blend of ice, slush, sweetness, and citrus.

How to make orange sorbet

1. Make the simple syrup
   In a saucepan over medium heat, bring sugar and water to a boil. Then turn down to low and let it simmer until the sugar is fully dissolved. Then allow it to cool.
2. Mix the ingredients
   In a bowl, combine the orange juice and cooled syrup. Mix with a whisk gently until well-blended.
3. Transfer to the ice cream maker
   Turn on your ice cream maker, pour the mixture through the top opening, and allow it to do its magic according to the manufacturer's instructions. The ice cream maker turned the mixture into a lovely orange sorbet in 30 minutes.

Serving suggestions

• Serve in chilled bowls or hollowed-out orange halves.
• Add fresh mint or orange zest for a gourmet touch.
• Pair with shortbread cookies or serve between courses as a palate cleanser.
• Recipe FAQs

How long will sorbet keep in the freezer?

In an airtight container, sorbet will stay good for up to 3 weeks.

Can We make this sorbet without an ice cream maker?

Absolutely. Simply pour the combined orange juice and cooled simple syrup mixture into a shallow pan and freeze. Once frozen, break up the sorbet with a spoon and place it in a blender. Blend until smooth. Return the sorbet to the shallow pan and freeze again before serving.

What is the difference between sorbet and sherbet?

The difference is dairy. Sorbet contains no dairy while sherbet uses a bit of cream or milk to produce a richer texture.

More tasty dessert recipes

• Simple Raspberry Sherbet
• Cherry Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
• Chocolate Chip Espresso Cookies with Brown Butter
• Chocolate Chip Cupcakes with Cookie Dough Frosting

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Orange Sorbet

By Marlynn Schotland Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings: 4 servings This cool sorbet hits the spot for a refreshing treat during those hot summer days.

Ingredients

• 1 ¼ cup sugar
• 3 cups water
• 2 ¼ cup orange juice

Instructions

• In a small sauce pot over medium-high heat, bring sugar and water to a boil, then turn down to low and simmer until the sugar is dissolved. This takes about 3-5 minutes. This creates a classic simple syrup that you can use in almost any sorbet recipe.
• Remove simple syrup from heat and allow to cool.
• Pour orange juice into a large bowl.
• Once the simple syrup is cool, add to the bowl of orange juice and mix with a whisk gently until the sugar and orange juice are well blended.
• Turn on your ice cream maker, pour the mixture through the top opening, and allow to do its magic according to manufacturer instructions. The ice cream maker turned the mixture into a lovely orange juice sorbet in 30 minutes.

Notes

Enjoy immediately, or store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to three weeks (if it will last that long without being gobbled up!).

Nutrition

Calories: 303 kcal, Carbohydrates: 77 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 0.5 g, Saturated Fat: 0.03 g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1 g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1 g, Sodium: 11 mg, Potassium: 280 mg, Fiber: 0.3 g, Sugar: 74 g, Vitamin A: 279 IU, Vitamin C: 70 mg, Calcium: 21 mg, Iron: 0.3 mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.