Roasted Apricot Sorbet

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
7%
Roasted Apricot Sorbet
4500 min.
3
321kcal

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Indulge in the delightful taste of summer with our Roasted Apricot Sorbet, a refreshing dessert that perfectly balances sweetness and tang. This vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free treat is not only a feast for the senses but also a guilt-free indulgence, making it suitable for everyone, including those with dietary restrictions.

Imagine the rich aroma of ripe apricots roasting in the oven, their natural sugars caramelizing to create a depth of flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing. Combined with the chewy texture of dried apricots and a hint of almond extract, this sorbet is a celebration of fruit at its finest. The addition of fresh lemon juice brightens the flavor, ensuring each spoonful is a burst of sunshine.

With a preparation time of just 4500 minutes, this sorbet is perfect for those who love to plan ahead and enjoy the fruits of their labor later. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or simply treating yourself after a long day, this Roasted Apricot Sorbet is sure to impress. Serve it in elegant bowls or alongside your favorite desserts for a sophisticated touch. Get ready to savor the taste of summer all year round!

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon almond extract 
  • 1.3 lb firm-ripe apricots (7 large)
  • 0.3 cup apricots dried chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • sieve
  • blender
  • roasting pan
  • ice cream machine

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Bring sugar, water, and dried apricots to a boil in a 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring, until sugar is dissolved.
  3. Remove from heat and let stand until apricots are softened, about 1 hour.
  4. While dried apricots are standing, roast whole fresh apricots in a small roasting pan in middle of oven until soft, about 1 hour. Cool in pan, then peel and pit when cool enough to handle.
  5. Purée dried apricot mixture, roasted apricots, lemon juice, and almond extract in a blender until very smooth, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Force purée through a fine sieve into a bowl, pressing hard on solids and then discarding them. Chill purée, covered, until cold, at least 2 hours.
  6. Freeze in ice cream maker, then transfer to an airtight container and put in freezer to harden.
  7. · Purée can be chilled up to 8 hours.·Sorbet keeps 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Calories321kcal
Protein3.69%
Fat2.6%
Carbs93.71%

Properties

Glycemic Index
48.39
Glycemic Load
44.74
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
10.909130536992%

Flavonoids

Catechin
6.94mg
Epicatechin
8.96mg
Eriodictyol
0.49mg
Hesperetin
1.45mg
Naringenin
0.14mg
Kaempferol
1.19mg
Quercetin
3.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:320.71kcal
16.04%
Fat:0.99g
1.53%
Saturated Fat:0.06g
0.36%
Carbohydrates:80.53g
26.84%
Net Carbohydrates:75.67g
27.52%
Sugar:75.35g
83.72%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:5.92mg
0.26%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.02%
100%
Protein:3.17g
6.34%
Vitamin A:4161.26IU
83.23%
Vitamin C:22.91mg
27.77%
Fiber:4.86g
19.46%
Potassium:668.6mg
19.1%
Vitamin E:2.32mg
15.48%
Copper:0.21mg
10.42%
Manganese:0.18mg
9.15%
Vitamin B3:1.52mg
7.59%
Iron:1.15mg
6.41%
Vitamin K:6.68µg
6.37%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.37%
Magnesium:24.54mg
6.13%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.73%
Phosphorus:54.53mg
5.45%
Vitamin B5:0.54mg
5.41%
Folate:20.45µg
5.11%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.09%
Calcium:34.82mg
3.48%
Zinc:0.45mg
2.99%
Selenium:0.82µg
1.17%
Source:Epicurious