Plum and Thyme Sorbet
This vibrant sorbet blends juicy plums with a subtle thyme-infused syrup for a refreshing, herby-sweet dessert. No ice cream maker? No problem. It’s easy, elegant, and summer-ready.
Ingredients
- 6 ripe plums about 1.5 lbs, pitted and chopped
- ¾ cup sugar adjust to taste
- 1 cup water for thyme syrup
- 5–6 sprigs fresh thyme avoid dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Combine sugar, water, and thyme sprigs in a saucepan. Simmer for 5 minutes until sugar dissolves. Let syrup cool.
- Pit and chop the plums (no need to peel). Add to blender with lemon juice and salt.
- Strain thyme from the cooled syrup. Pour syrup into the blender with the plums.
- Blend until smooth. Adjust sweetness or acidity if needed. It should taste slightly sweeter than you want, as freezing dulls flavor.
- Optional: Strain through a fine mesh sieve for a silky texture.
- Pour into a shallow container and freeze for 4–6 hours, stirring every hour to prevent ice crystals. Or churn in an ice cream maker if available.
Notes
Store in an airtight container with parchment paper on top to prevent freezer burn. Lasts up to 2 weeks. Let sit at room temp 5–10 minutes before scooping if too firm.
Nutrition
Calories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 26gSodium: 20mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.3mg
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