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Small bowl of raspberry and lime sherbet with whole raspberries on the side

Raspberry and Lime Sherbet

Homemade raspberry and lime sherbet is a refreshing frozen dessert that includes real berries and zesty limes. This recipe gives you a flavorful combination that is sweet, tart, and creamy in each bite. Using an ice cream maker gives it that soft churned texture.
Prep Time 8 hours
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8

Equipment

  • Ice Cream Maker
  • Sieve
  • Small pot
  • Whisk
  • Blender or food processor
  • Air-tight Food Container

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups raspberries Fresh
  • 2 limes zest and juice needed
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions
 

Make Sherbet Base

  • In a medium saucepan, whisk together milk, sugar, corn syrup, zest of two limes, and pinch of salt. Cook over medium heat until warm and sugar dissolves ( do not boil). Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
  • Puree raspberries and remove seeds using a fine mesh sieve.
  • Stir pureed raspberries and lime juice into the milk mixture.
  • Pour sherbet base into an air-tight container and refrigerate 6-8 hours.

Churn Sherbet & Serve

  • Assemble ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Churn sherbet for at least 15 minutes or until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • Serve immediately or freeze in an air-tight container

Notes

The amount of time needed to churn will vary depending on your ice cream maker. Be sure to follow your manufacturer's instructions for assembly and sherbet churning speed. 
Not removing the raspberry seeds will lead to gritty ice cream texture. 
Optional Garnish: Top with whole raspberries and additional lime zest 
Keyword dessert, lime, raspberry, sherbet