Description
Enjoy the delightful taste of homemade Watermelon Sherbet, a refreshing frozen treat perfect for beating the summer heat. This vibrant dessert is made from pure watermelon juice, rich cream, and sweet sugar, offering a guilt-free indulgence that the whole family will love. With playful mini chocolate chips mimicking watermelon seeds, this sherbet is not only delicious but also visually appealing, making it an ideal choice for barbecues, birthday parties, or a simple afternoon snack. Best of all, it’s easy to prepare with minimal equipment! Dive into this fruity delight and enjoy a creamy, cool treat that bursts with flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 cups pure watermelon juice (chilled)
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chilled watermelon juice with sugar and salt. Stir until the sugar completely dissolves. Add in the heavy cream and mix well.
- If using an ice cream maker, churn the mixture according to the manufacturer’s instructions. For no-churn method, pour into a freezer-safe container and freeze until partially solid.
- In the last 10 minutes of churning or when partially frozen, add mini chocolate chips.
- Transfer to a freezer-safe container if not already done and freeze until completely solid (about 6 hours or overnight).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-churn/Frozen
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Ensure your ingredients are chilled before mixing for a fluffier texture. Adjust sweetness according to the ripeness of your watermelon. Experiment by adding other fruits like strawberries or mangoes for unique flavors.