This Homemade Rainbow Sherbet recipe offers a refreshing and colorful frozen treat made with real fruit flavors. It’s easy to prepare, customizable, and perfect for any occasion.
Author:Emily
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:7 minutes
Total Time:2 hours 27 minutes
Yield:6 scoops 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Ice Cream Maker
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
For the Base:
1 cup Heavy Cream
1 cup Whole Milk
3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Flavors:
2 cups Raspberries
1/2 cup Orange Juice
1 tablespoon Orange Zest
1/4 cup Lime Juice
1 teaspoon Lime Zest
a few drops Food Coloring (orange) (optional)
a few drops Food Coloring (green) (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Base: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar. Stir continuously for about 5-7 minutes, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is warm. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Allow the base to cool, then transfer to a sealed container and refrigerate until chilled, at least 2 hours.
Create Raspberry Puree: While the base is chilling, combine raspberries with 2 tablespoons of sugar in a blender and blend until completely smooth. Strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, discarding any seeds. Set aside.
Churn Base: Once the base mixture is thoroughly chilled, pour it into your ice cream maker. Following the manufacturer’s instructions, churn the mixture until it reaches a soft-serve consistency, typically around 20-25 minutes.
Flavor Variations: Divide the churned base into three equal parts in separate bowls. Mix the reserved raspberry puree into one-third of the base and churn for another minute. In the second bowl, add orange juice, zest, and orange food coloring to the second third, stirring gently. In the last bowl, mix lime juice, zest, and green food coloring into the last third, blending until smooth.
Layer and Freeze: In a freezer-safe container, use a large spoon to alternate layers of each flavor, creating a marbled effect. Cover the container tightly and freeze for 4-6 hours, or until it is fully hardened and scoopable.
Notes
Ensure the base is completely chilled before churning for a smooth, creamy texture.
Straining fruit purees prevents seeds from affecting the sherbet’s texture.
Use fresh, ripe fruit for the best flavor.
Feel free to experiment with other fruits and herbs.