Creamy Lime Sherbet (Or Orange if You Prefer!)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1

Creamy Lime Sherbet - Cool and Refreshing Citrus Flavor

Creamy Lime Sherbet (Or Orange if You Prefer!)

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

3 hrs

Ready In

3 hrs 10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

335

Sugar

44g

Fat

Cool off on a hot summer day by indulging in some Creamy Lime Sherbet! This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with its refreshing citrus flavor. If you prefer, you can substitute the lime gelatin and limeade concentrate with orange to create a Creamy Orange Sherbet instead. With the addition of milk and cream, this dessert is sure to be creamy and satisfying. Enjoy this tasty treat with family and friends, or keep it all to yourself.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, dissolve the lime gelatin in boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved.
2.	Stir in the sugar, limeade concentrate, and salt until fully combined.
3.	Add the milk, half-and-half cream, and green food coloring (optional) to the bowl and mix until well combined.
4.	Pour the mixture into a shallow pan or container and freeze until almost firm.
5.	Remove from the freezer and beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
6.	Pour the mixture back into the pan and freeze until completely firm.

PROS

This recipe is quick and easy, perfect for a hot summer day.

The combination of lime gelatin and limeade concentrate creates a refreshing citrus flavor.

The cream and milk give this sherbet a creamy and smooth texture.

CONS

This dessert has a high sugar content, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

The green food coloring is optional, but it may contain artificial ingredients.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high sugar content, lime contains vitamin C which may help support a healthy immune system.
Milk and cream are good sources of calcium, which is important for strong bones and teeth.

	1 package lime gelatin
	1 cup boiling water
	1 1/4 cups sugar
	1 can frozen limeade concentrate , thawed
	1 dash salt
	1 quart milk
	1 pint half-and-half cream
	8 drops green food coloring ( optional )