How to Make Watermelon Sherbet - A Step-by-Step Guide

Watermelon sherbet is a delicious and refreshing frozen dessert that is perfect for a hot summer day. Made with fresh watermelon, this fruity treat is bursting with juicy flavor and is a great way to cool off and satisfy your sweet tooth. Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ, lounging by the pool, or just looking for a light and delightful dessert, watermelon sherbet is sure to be a hit with family and friends.

This simple and easy-to-make recipe requires just a few ingredients and m...

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups diced seedless watermelon
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 dash salt
  • ¼ cup cold water
  • 1 (.25 ounce) envelope unflavored gelatin
  • 1 cup chilled heavy cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs 30 mins
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 quart

  • Combine the watermelon, sugar, lemon juice, and salt in a large mixing bowl; stir to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Blend the mixture in a blender until smooth; return to the bowl.
  • Pour the cold water into a saucepan. Sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water; let stand 1 minutes. Place the saucepan over low heat; cook for 2 minutes. Stir the gelatin mixture into the blended watermelon mixture. Add the heavy cream; beat with an electric hand mixer at medium speed until the mixture is fluffy.
  • Transfer the mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer's directions until it reaches "soft-serve" consistency. Transfer ice cream to a one- or two-quart lidded plastic container; cover surface with plastic wrap and seal. For best results, ice cream should ripen in the freezer for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Nutrition

    227 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 41mg
    • Sodium: 63mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 30g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 26mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 115mg