Persimmon Sorbet

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Persimmon Sorbet
300 min.
2
770kcal

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Indulge in the refreshing taste of Persimmon Sorbet, a delightful dessert that perfectly captures the essence of ripe, juicy persimmons. This vibrant sorbet is not only a feast for the eyes but also a guilt-free treat, as it is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. With its bright orange hue and smooth texture, it’s the ideal way to cool down on a warm day or to impress your guests at a dinner party.

Made with just a few simple ingredients, this sorbet highlights the natural sweetness of Fuyu or Hachiya persimmons, complemented by a hint of fresh lemon juice. The process begins with creating a homemade sugar syrup, which adds just the right amount of sweetness to balance the fruit's flavor. Whether you choose to use an ice cream maker or the traditional freezing method, the result is a creamy, soft sorbet that melts in your mouth.

Not only is this dessert a delicious way to enjoy seasonal fruit, but it also offers a unique twist that sets it apart from typical sorbets. With a preparation time of just 300 minutes, you can easily make this ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this exquisite Persimmon Sorbet, and savor the taste of autumn in every spoonful!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • pounds persimmon very ripe
  • 0.5 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • blender
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Bring 1 cup water and sugar to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Boil 3 minutes, then cool. Core, quarter, and, if necessary, seed persimmons. Scrape pulp from skins into a blender. Purée with lemon juice until very smooth.
  2. Add sugar syrup and blend. Chill until very cold, at least 2 hours.
  3. Freeze mixture in an ice-cream maker. (Alternatively, transfer to a shallow metal baking pan and freeze, stirring every 30 minutes, until slushy, about 2 hours.)
  4. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze. (Sorbet's consistency will remain soft.)
  5. · Sorbet may be made 4 days ahead.

Nutrition Facts

Calories770kcal
Protein1.74%
Fat2.13%
Carbs96.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
60.05
Glycemic Load
110.88
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
10.016521603031%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:770.21kcal
38.51%
Fat:1.99g
3.07%
Saturated Fat:0g
0.02%
Carbohydrates:202.27g
67.42%
Net Carbohydrates:202.25g
73.54%
Sugar:50.09g
55.65%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:5.11mg
0.22%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.65g
7.31%
Vitamin C:302.27mg
366.39%
Iron:11.37mg
63.17%
Potassium:1414.86mg
40.42%
Calcium:123.42mg
12.34%
Phosphorus:118.53mg
11.85%
Source:Epicurious