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Watermelon Mojito Sorbet

Watermelon Mojito Sorbet
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Watermelon Mojito Sorbet is a light, zesty, and refreshing summer dessert combining the natural sweetness of fresh watermelon with the bright citrus of lime and cooling mint. Ready in under 30 minutes, this sorbet is perfect for hot days or parties, offering a hydrating, guilt-free treat with an optional adult twist of white rum.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups fresh seedless watermelon chunks
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons white rum (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Chop the fresh, seedless watermelon into chunks. Gather fresh lime juice by squeezing about 2 limes, and pick 1/2 cup of fresh mint leaves to ensure vibrant flavors.
  2. Make the Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water. Gently heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar fully dissolves. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
  3. Blend Everything Together: Add the watermelon chunks, fresh lime juice, mint leaves, cooled simple syrup, and white rum (if using) into a blender. Blend until the mixture is silky smooth and aromatic.
  4. Chill and Freeze: Pour the blended mixture into a shallow, freezer-safe container. Place it in the freezer and stir every 30 minutes for 2-3 hours to break ice crystals and create a fluffy, scoopable texture.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Once the sorbet is frozen to desired consistency, scoop it into glasses or bowls. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs or thin lime slices for an appealing presentation.

Notes

  • Use ripe, juicy watermelon for the best sweetness and texture.
  • Opt for fresh lime juice and mint for vibrant flavor instead of bottled or dried alternatives.
  • Freezing in a shallow container helps the sorbet freeze evenly and speeds up stirring.
  • Stir the sorbet every 30 minutes during freezing to break up ice crystals for smoother texture.
  • Taste the blend before freezing and adjust sugar level if watermelon is not very sweet.

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