Description
This refreshing Black Currant Sorbet is a perfect fruity dessert, made with fresh or frozen black currants, sugar, and a hint of lemon juice. It offers a vibrant, tangy flavor and a naturally smooth texture, ideal for a light treat during warm days or as a palate cleanser.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit Base
- 1.1 lb fresh or frozen black currants, stems removed
- 0.88 cup granulated sugar
- 0.85 cup water
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Combine and Cook Fruit Mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine the black currants, sugar, and water. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Simmer for 5 minutes until the currants have softened and burst.
- Cool and Puree: Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes. Puree the mixture using a blender or immersion blender until completely smooth.
- Strain Mixture: Strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove seeds and skins. Press with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible.
- Add Citrus and Adjust Sweetness: Stir in the lemon juice. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Chill Base Mixture: Cover and refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour until thoroughly chilled.
- Churn Sorbet: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, usually about 20 to 30 minutes.
- Freeze Until Firm: Transfer the sorbet to a freezer-safe container, cover, and freeze for at least 3 hours or until firm.
- Serve: Before serving, let the sorbet sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly.
Notes
- If black currants are not in season, frozen ones work perfectly and can be used directly.
- Adjust sugar quantity based on sweetness of fruit and personal preference.
- For a smoother texture, ensure thorough straining to remove all seeds and skins.
- Letting the sorbet soften slightly at room temperature before serving improves scoopability and flavor release.
- Using freshly squeezed lemon juice enhances freshness but bottled lemon juice can be used if needed.
