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Cherry Sorbet

A refreshing and delightful dessert made with sweet bing cherries, perfect for warm weather.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet Treat
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the syrup
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2/3 cup water
For the sorbet
  • 4 cups bing cherries, pitted Make sure to use ripe cherries for the best flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons Amaretto or cherry liqueur Optional, can use other liqueurs for different flavors.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Bring to a boil and stir for 1-2 minutes until the sugar dissolves completely.
  2. Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the syrup to cool. You can also refrigerate it while you pit the cherries.
  3. Pit the cherries and prepare them for blending.
Blending
  1. In a blender or food processor, combine the cooled sugar syrup, lime juice, cherries, and Amaretto. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
Chilling
  1. Pour the cherry mixture into the canister of your ice cream maker and follow the manufacturer's instructions.
  2. For the best texture, pack it into a freezer-safe container and freeze it for several hours or overnight.

Notes

Cherry sorbet can be served plain or garnished with fresh mint leaves or a sprig of basil for added flavor. To store, place in a tightly sealed, freezer-proof container for 1-2 weeks.