orange sherbet

Recipe by
Beth Pierce
Ofallon, MO

This delicious and refreshing homemade orange sherbet is made with fresh-squeezed orange juice, orange zest, vanilla extract, milk, and cream. It churns up nicely in about 30 minutes in an ice cream maker. Enjoy it as a tasty dessert or a cool afternoon snack.

yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 35 Min
method Ice-Cream Maker

Ingredients For orange sherbet

  • 2 c
    freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1 c
    granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp
    orange zest
  • 1/8 tsp
    kosher salt
  • 1 tsp
    vanilla extract
  • 1 c
    milk
  • 1/2 c
    heavy whipping cream

How To Make orange sherbet

  • 1
    Add the orange juice, sugar, orange zest, salt, and vanilla extract to a large bowl and whisk together until the sugar is dissolved. Whisk in the milk and cream.
  • 2
    Pour the contents into the belly of your ice cream maker. Follow the directions for your specific ice cream maker.
  • 3
    Churn the sherbet until it is somewhere between the consistency of a milkshake and soft serve. Remove from the machine and spoon it into a freezer safe container. Cover with plastic wrap or wax paper to prevent ice crystals from forming.
  • 4
    Freeze overnight or until solid.
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