Refreshing Watermelon Frozen Dessert (Printable version)

A simple and refreshing watermelon sorbet perfect for summer.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into cubes (about 1 small watermelon)

→ Sweetener

02 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar or honey (adjust to taste)

→ Citrus

03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

# How-To Steps:

01 - Spread the watermelon cubes out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze for 2-3 hours, or until the cubes are solid.
02 - In a high-powered blender or food processor, combine the frozen watermelon cubes, sugar (or honey), and fresh lime juice. Blend until perfectly smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
03 - Taste, and adjust sweetness or lime juice if desired.
04 - For a scoopable sorbet, transfer the mixture to a loaf pan or airtight container and freeze for another 1-2 hours until firm.
05 - Serve immediately for a softer texture, or scoop after fully frozen.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Only three ingredients make it incredibly simple and quick to prepare.
  • The natural sweetness of watermelon shines through with no artificial additives.
  • Vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, catering to many dietary needs.
  • Flexible sweetness level to suit your personal taste.
  • Refreshing and light, perfect for hot summer days.
02 -
  • Freeze the watermelon cubes evenly on a single layer for quick and thorough freezing.
  • Use ripe, sweet watermelon for the best flavor.
  • Scrape the blender sides often to ensure a smooth consistency.
  • Adjust lime juice cautiously to balance sweetness and tartness.
  • For a softer sorbet, enjoy immediately after blending without the second freeze.
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