Black Currant Sorbet (Printable Version)

Tart and vibrant frozen black currant treat with intense berry flavor

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 1.1 lbs fresh or frozen black currants, stems removed

→ Sweetener

02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 0.85 cup water

→ Flavor

04 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Combine the black currants, sugar, and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring continuously until the sugar completely dissolves. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the currants have softened and burst open.
02 - Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool for 10 minutes. Transfer to a blender or use an immersion blender to puree until completely smooth.
03 - Pour the puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl, pressing firmly with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible while removing seeds and skins.
04 - Stir in the lemon juice and taste the mixture. Adjust sweetness if desired. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until thoroughly chilled.
05 - Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions, typically 20-30 minutes until thickened.
06 - Transfer the churned sorbet to a freezer-safe container, cover tightly, and freeze for at least 3 hours or until firm enough to scoop.
07 - Remove the sorbet from the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for 3-5 minutes before serving to soften slightly for easier scooping.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • The flavor is shockingly vibrant and almost electric in its brightness
  • It requires zero dairy or eggs but still achieves incredibly smooth texture
  • Perfect make ahead dessert that feels elegant enough for dinner parties
02 -
  • The mixture must be completely cold before churning or you'll end up with icy crystals instead of smooth sorbet
  • Dont skip straining the seeds or your sorbet will have an unpleasant gritty texture
03 -
  • Chill your serving glasses in the freezer for at least 20 minutes for restaurant style presentation
  • The sorbet base can be made up to two days ahead and kept refrigerated until churning time
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