Best 5 Cantaloupe Sorbet Recipes

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**Cool Down with a Refreshing Cantaloupe Sorbet: Dive into a Trio of Delightful Recipes**

As summer's heat intensifies, indulge in a refreshing treat that will tantalize your taste buds and cool you down instantly. Cantaloupe sorbet, a frozen dessert with a vibrant orange hue and a burst of sweet melon flavor, is the perfect way to beat the heat. This article presents you with three unique cantaloupe sorbet recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and skill levels. Whether you're a vegan seeking a dairy-free option, a novice cook looking for a simple recipe, or an experienced dessert maker craving a more elaborate sorbet, we've got you covered. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you feeling refreshed, satisfied, and craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CANTALOUPE SORBET



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"This sorbet was used as a refreshing summer dessert after a hearty meal. Everyone loved it as a palate-cleansing finale to a great dinner." Gena Persons, Severn, MD

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 1 quart.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup sugar
1 cup water
4 cups cubed cantaloupe
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring sugar and water to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Transfer to a small bowl; refrigerate until chilled., Place the cantaloupe, lemon juice and sugar syrup in a food processor; cover and process for 2-3 minutes or until blended., Fill cylinder of ice cream freezer; freeze according to manufacturer's directions. Transfer to a freezer container; freeze for 4 hours or until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 7mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CANTALOUPE SORBET



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Categories     Mixer     Dessert     Frozen Dessert     Cantaloupe     Summer     Bon Appétit     Fat Free     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 3

2/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
3 cups 1-inch pieces peeled seeded cantaloupe (about 1/2 cantaloupe)

Steps:

  • Combine sugar and water in medium saucepan. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Bring to boil. Transfer to 11x7x2-inch glass dish and chill until cold, about 2 hours.
  • Puree cantaloupe in blender until smooth. Add to sugar syrup in dish and stir until well blended. Freeze until almost firm, stirring occasionally, at least 3 hours or overnight.
  • Transfer cantaloupe mixture to large bowl. Using electric mixer, beat until fluffy. Return to freezer and freeze until firm (do not stir), at least 3 hours or overnight. (Sorbet can be prepared 3 days ahead.) Cover and keep frozen.

CANTALOUPE SORBET



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Refreshing summer sorbet without the need for an ice cream machine!

Provided by Logan Grey

Categories     Desserts     Frozen Dessert Recipes     Sorbet Recipes

Time 3h25m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup water, or as desired
⅔ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons honey
1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
1 cantaloupe - peeled, seeded, and diced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, or to taste
¾ cup champagne
10 leaves mint, for garnish

Steps:

  • Cook and stir water, sugar, honey, and lemon juice together in a saucepan over medium heat until sugar is dissolved and mixture is clear, about 10 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low, add cantaloupe and chopped mint, and cook until liquid reduces by half, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Transfer cantaloupe mixture to a wide, shallow dish and refrigerate to cool completely.
  • Blend the cantaloupe mixture until smooth. Stir champagne into the pureed mixture until smooth. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve onto a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Freeze strained mixture until completely firm. Scrape frozen puree from sheet and blend in a blender until smooth. Pour onto the sheet and freeze again until firm. Repeat process until the mixture is smooth and creamy, like a sorbet. Garnish with mint leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.9 calories, Carbohydrate 44 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 21.4 mg, Sugar 42 g

CANTALOUPE SORBET WITH MELON CONFETTI COMPOTE



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Categories     Blender     Fruit     Dessert     Freeze/Chill     Kid-Friendly     Low Sodium     Frozen Dessert     Melon     Cantaloupe     Honeydew     Watermelon     Summer     Vegan     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds cantaloupe, peeled, seeded, cut into large pieces
1 1/4 cups Essencia or other sweet dessert wine
3/4 cup sugar
1 star anise pod* (optional)
1 cup 1/4-inch-dice peeled seeded watermelon
1 cup 1/4-inch-dice peeled seeded cantaloupe
1 cup 1/4-inch-dice peeled seeded honeydew melon
Fresh mint sprigs
*A brown, star-shaped seed pod available at specialty foods stores.

Steps:

  • Puree cantaloupe in blender. Add 1/2 cup Essencia and 1/2 cup sugar; blend until sugar dissolves. Transfer to ice cream maker; process according to manufacturer's instructions. Freeze in covered container. (Can be made 1 week ahead.)
  • Combine 3/4 cup Essencia, 1/4 cup sugar and star anise in heavy small saucepan. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Simmer until reduced to 1/2 cup, about 4 minutes. Chill until cold. (Can be made 1 day ahead.)
  • Remove star anise from syrup. Add diced melon to syrup and toss gently. Scoop sorbet into glasses. Spoon compote over. Garnish with mint.

CRAZY CANTALOUPE SORBET



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This recipe will keep you coming back for more!

Provided by Charlotte Jay

Categories     Desserts     Frozen Dessert Recipes     Sorbet Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cantaloupe, halved and seeded
1 fluid ounce 100% mango juice, or more as needed
2 cups water
1 cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Scoop cantaloupe meat into a bowl and mash with a potato masher until smooth. Run cantaloupe through a strainer, collecting juice in a measuring cup. Collect 1 1/2 cup cantaloupe juice, adding enough mango juice to reach 1 1/2 cups as needed. Discard cantaloupe pulp or reserve for another use.
  • Pour juice mixture into a bowl; mix in water and sugar until sugar is dissolved.
  • Transfer juice mixture to an ice cream maker and follow manufacturer's instructions for sorbet.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.8 calories, Carbohydrate 41.5 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.8 g, Sodium 17.3 mg, Sugar 40.6 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe cantaloupe: The riper the cantaloupe, the sweeter and more flavorful the sorbet will be. Look for cantaloupes that are heavy for their size, have a deep orange color, and have a slight give when you press on them.
  • Chill the cantaloupe before blending: This will help the sorbet freeze faster and smoother.
  • Use a high-powered blender: A high-powered blender will help you achieve a smooth and creamy sorbet. If you don't have a high-powered blender, you can use a regular blender, but you may need to blend the sorbet for longer.
  • Add sugar or honey to taste: The amount of sugar or honey you add to the sorbet will depend on how sweet you like it. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Freeze the sorbet in an airtight container: This will help prevent the sorbet from crystallizing. You can store the sorbet in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Cantaloupe sorbet is a refreshing and delicious treat that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With just a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy a delicious and healthy sorbet that is sure to please everyone.

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