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    Orange Sherbet Recipe

    Published: Jun 5, 2021 Modified: July 7, 2022 by Nina

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    Sherbet in a container with cut oranges in the background.

    This creamy orange sherbet recipe is bursting from orange flavour due to the orange juice and orange zest. This is very easy recipe with no need for eggs or cooking time!

    Sherbet in a container with some oranges in the background.
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    • What is the difference between sherbet and sorbet?
    • Ingredients
    • How to make sherbet
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Tips
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    While I love strawberry, vanilla, and mint chocolate chip ice creams, sherbet is light and refreshing. It is perfect to eat on a hot summer day! This orange sherbet recipe has a fresh orange flavour that comes from using both orange juice and orange zest.

    What is the difference between sherbet and sorbet?

    Sherbet does not have eggs and contains less dairy. It is way easier to make then ice cream because you don't have to make a custard for this. The ingredients are simply mixed in a bowl and then churned in your ice cream maker. Super simple!

    Sorbets are dairy free and are made with fruit and ice. They are not as creamy as sherbet.

    Ingredients

    • Orange juice - either store bought orange juice (just make sure the ingredients say 100% orange juice), or freshly squeezed (you will need 2-3lbs of oranges).
    • Orange zest - use a microplane or small grater.
    • Granulated sugar
    • Salt
    • Heavy whipping cream
    • Milk - I recommend whole milk or 2%.
    Scoops of sherbet in a white bowl with oranges in the background.

    How to make sherbet

    Whisk the orange juice and sugar together in a medium bowl. Once sugar is dissolved, add orange zest, salt, heavy whipping cream and milk to the bowl. Stir to combine and then cover it with plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator until it is cool.

    Churn the mixture in your ice cream machine according to the manufacturer's instructions. Scoop the sherbet into a container. Cover and store it in the freezer until it is frozen.

    Orange juice and sugar in a bowl.
    All the other ingredients added to the bowl.
    The churned sherbet in a container.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does sherbet have dairy in it?

    Yes, it has milk and heavy whipping cream in it. It does not have as much as ice cream though.

    How do I store sherbet?

    Store it in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 month.

    Do you need an ice cream maker to make this?

    It is easier to make with an ice cream maker, but not necessary. Mix all the ingredients together and pour it into an airtight container. Store it in the freezer and stir it every hour until it is soft serve consistency. Then let it freeze overnight.

    Tips

    • Make sure all your ingredients are cold before churning. After mixing everything together, cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
    • If you want to use fresh squeezed orange juice, you will need 2-3lbs of oranges.
    • Use a small grater or microplane for grating the orange zest. Make sure you don't grate the white pith because it is bitter.
    • Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 month.
    An above view of sherbet in a container.

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    Orange Sherbet Recipe

    Nina
    This creamy orange sherbet recipe is bursting from orange flavour due to the orange juice and orange zest. This is very easy recipe with no need for eggs or cooking time!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Additional Time 1 hr
    Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine North American
    Servings 1 quart
    Calories 1722 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 cups orange juice
    • ⅔ cup granulated sugar
    • 1 tablespoon orange zest
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
    • 1 cup whole milk

    Instructions
     

    • Whisk the orange juice and sugar together in a large bowl, until the sugar has dissolved. Stir in zest, salt, heavy whipping cream and milk.
    • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until cold, at least one hour or up to a day.
    • Churn the sherbet in your ice cream maker as per manufacturer's instructions. The sherbet will be a soft consistency when done. Spoon the sherbet into a freezer safe container and freeze until it is frozen, about one hour.
    • Store the sherbet in the freezer for up to one month.

    Notes

    1. Make sure all your ingredients are cold before churning. After mixing everything together, cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
    2. If you want to use fresh squeezed orange juice, you will need 2-3lbs of oranges.
    3. Use a small grater or microplane for grating the orange zest. Make sure you don't grate the white pith because it is bitter.
    4. Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 month.

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 8gCalories: 1722kcalCarbohydrates: 207gProtein: 19gFat: 97gSaturated Fat: 60gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 24gCholesterol: 303mgSodium: 747mgPotassium: 1623mgFiber: 2gSugar: 196gVitamin A: 4982IUVitamin C: 261mgCalcium: 531mgIron: 1mg
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