Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh orange juice (preferably freshly squeezed)
- 1 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for added tartness)
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 cup cold water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: Food coloring for extra vibrancy
Additional Tools & Supplies
- Ice cream maker or Ninja SLUSHi Pro RapidChill Drink Maker for quick chilling
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Portable freezer or container for storage
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of fresh orange juice and 1 cup of sugar. Whisk until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of orange zest, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
- If you want a brighter color, incorporate a few drops of food coloring.
Chilling the Mixture
- Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker or use the RapidChill Drink Maker to cool it quickly.
- Churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a sherbet consistency. Alternatively, place the mixture in a freezer-safe container and stir every 30 minutes until frozen.
Freezing and Serving
- Transfer the sherbet into a sealed container and freeze for at least 4 hours.
- Prior to serving, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly.
- Serve in colorful bowls or cups, garnished with additional orange zest or mini umbrellas for a fun presentation.
Notes
- Ensure the orange juice is fresh for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- If using store-bought juice, check for added ingredients that might affect texture or taste.
- Adjust the sugar quantity based on the sweetness of the oranges.
- For a more vibrant color, add natural food coloring or beet juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 120 Kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg