Best 7 Refreshing Cranberry Sherbet Recipes

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Feast your taste buds on a refreshing and tangy treat with our delectable Cranberry Sherbet recipe. Featuring a vibrant combination of fresh cranberries, zesty orange, and a hint of aromatic vanilla, this frozen dessert is a symphony of flavors. Whether you're looking for a light and fruity dessert after a hearty meal or a sweet treat to cool down on a hot summer day, this homemade sherbet is the perfect choice. With its vibrant color and burst of flavor, it's sure to be a hit at your next gathering or a delightful treat to enjoy on a lazy afternoon. This recipe includes variations for those with dietary restrictions, including a vegan option, so everyone can indulge in this delightful frozen delight.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY SHERBET



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Meet the Cook: When mealtime rolls around, my husband and our two teenagers are never sure what's in store - lots of my cooking is "trial and error", and I love trying out new things. Luckily, my family doesn't mind being my guinea pigs! This recipe, however, actually originated with one of the boys. It was published in his Sunday school paper about 10 years ago. First-time tasters comment on how light it is...and say they can't believe it's made with cranberries. -Heather Clement, Indian River, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 6 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries
2-3/4 cups water, divided
2 cups sugar
1/2 cup orange juice
1 envelope unflavored gelatin

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine cranberries and 2-1/2 cups of water. Bring to a boil; cook gently until all the cranberries have popped, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Press mixture through a sieve or food mill, reserving juice and discarding skins and seeds. , In another saucepan, combine cranberry juice and sugar; cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Remove from the heat and set aside. , Combine gelatin and remaining 1/4 cup water; stir until softened. Combine cranberry mixture, orange juice and gelatin; mix well. Pour into a 2-qt. container; freeze 4-5 hours or until mixture is slushy. Remove from freezer; beat with electric mixer until sherbet is a bright pink color. Freeze until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CRANBERRY BUTTERMILK SHERBET



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Light, refreshing cranberry sherbet is a great change of pace from rich, holiday food. It's also popular on a hot, summer day. The buttermilk adds a nice tang. -Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield about 1 quart.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
2 cups buttermilk
1 cup sugar
1 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup lemon juice
Dash salt

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine first six ingredients; cook over medium heat until the berries pop, about 15 minutes. Discard cinnamon stick. Mash cranberry mixture; chill., In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, sugar, corn syrup, lemon juice and salt; add cranberry mixture. Pour into cylinder of ice cream freezer; freeze according to the manufacturer's directions. Transfer ice cream to freezer containers, allowing headspace for expansion. Freeze 2-4 hours or until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 148mg sodium, Carbohydrate 92g carbohydrate (63g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CRANBERRY SHERBET



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Can serve this as a mini dish with your main course ~ it is sure to be a healthy hit even with the children. Refreshing for the summer anytime !

Provided by Carol Junkins

Categories     Ice Cream & Ices

Time 3h10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb (4 cups) whole cranberries, uncooked
2 1/2 c water
2 c sugar
1 Tbsp plain gelatin
1/2 c cold water for gelatin
1/3 c fresh lemon juice, strained

Steps:

  • 1. Clean berries and cook in water until skins pop. Strain through a sieve. Add sugar and gelatin that has been softened in water as directed on the gelatin box. Mix well by stirring. Heat until thoroughly dissolved. Cool and add lemon juice, mixing well.
  • 2. Pour into 2 trays (about 2/3 full). Place trays in freezer. Freeze until solid, for 3 - 4 hours. Cut into chunks for serving. Will keep in freezer at least a week. Makes 6-8 servings

CRANBERRY SORBET



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Categories     Blender     Ice Cream Machine     Dessert     Thanksgiving     Frozen Dessert     Cranberry     Lemon     Orange     Fall     Gourmet     Fat Free     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 to 12 servings (about 1 1/2 qt)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound fresh or frozen cranberries (4 cups; thawed if frozen)
5 cups water
2 1/2 cups sugar
3/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
Garnish: fresh mint sprigs
Special Equipment
an ice cream maker

Steps:

  • Boil cranberries, 2 cups water, and 1/2 cup sugar in a 5- to 6-quart heavy pot, stirring occasionally, until cranberries have burst, about 15 minutes.
  • Purée cranberry mixture in batches in a blender until as smooth as possible (use caution when blending hot liquids). Force through a medium-mesh sieve into a bowl, discarding solids, and chill, covered with plastic wrap, until cold, about 2 hours.
  • Bring remaining 3 cups water and remaining 2 cups sugar to a boil in a 2-quart saucepan, stirring until sugar is dissolved, then remove from heat and cool syrup 30 minutes.
  • Stir together cranberry purée, sugar syrup, and citrus juices and freeze in ice cream maker. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze until hardened, at least 2 hours.

CRANBERRY ORANGE SHERBET



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Sherbets made in the refrigerator used to be common when I was growing up -- Here's an orange & cranberry combination made just that way! Preparation time does not include the time needed for the sherbet to freeze.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Frozen Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 2 quarts, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (2 1/2 ounce) envelope unflavored gelatin
1/2 cup cold water
1 (12 ounce) bag cranberries
2 cups sugar
1 1/4 cups orange juice
1 1/4 cups water
1 cup light cream

Steps:

  • Soften gelatin in 1/2 cup of cold water.
  • In saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, orange juice & 1 1/4 cups water, & bring to boil, cooking until cranberries pop.
  • Add gelatin mixture to hot cranberries, & stir until completely dissolved.
  • Remove from heat & cool.
  • Pour cooled cranberry mixture, a little at a time, into blender & blend until smooth.
  • Add cream, & continue blending until well mixed.
  • Pour mixture into refrigerator tray, & freeze until slushy.
  • Remove from tray & beat mixture at high speed until thick & creamy.
  • Put back in refrigerator tray & freeze until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.7, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 15.8, Sodium 25.1, Carbohydrate 48.2, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 44, Protein 7

CRANBERRY AND ORANGE-SHERBET PUNCH



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For a frothy top layer, spoon orange sherbet over this cranberryvodka punch and sip from the glass -- no spoon necessary.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 1/2 cups water
2 bags (12 ounces each) fresh cranberries, plus more for skewers
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 ounce whipping-quality pasteurized egg white, lightly beaten
1/4 cup superfine sugar
1 liter club soda
1 1/4 cups vodka, chilled (optional)
2 pints orange sherbet, softened slightly

Steps:

  • Bring water and cranberries to a boil in a large pot. Reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes. Strain into a large punch bowl, pressing gently on solids. Discard solids. Add granulated sugar, stirring until sugar dissolves. Cover, and refrigerate for up to 1 day.
  • Thread several cranberries onto each of 12 small skewers. Brush with egg white, and sprinkle with superfine sugar. Let dry on a nonstick baking mat.
  • Add club soda, and vodka if using, to bowl. Top with sherbet, and serve with cranberry skewers.

CRANBERRY-PORT SORBET



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A refreshing palate cleanser is just what you need after a big meal. This cranberry sorbet has the right balance of sweetness and tartness.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 4h

Yield Makes 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 ounces fresh or thawed frozen cranberries (3 1/2 cups)
3 cups water
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup ruby port
3 strips lemon zest (each about 3 inches long), plus 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Bring all ingredients to a boil in a medium saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until cranberries are tender, about 20 minutes. Let cool for 15 minutes. Remove zest.
  • Working in 2 batches, puree cranberry mixture in a blender until smooth. Strain through a fine sieve into a bowl, pressing to extract juice; discard solids. Refrigerate until chilled, about 2 hours. (You can also set the bowl in an ice-water bath to chill more quickly.)
  • Freeze mixture in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions. Transfer to an airtight container. Freeze for at least 1 hour before serving.

Tips:

- For the best flavor, use fresh cranberries. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries. Be sure to thaw them before using. - To make sure your sherbet is smooth, strain the cranberry mixture before freezing. - If you don't have an ice cream maker, you can still make this sherbet. Just freeze the cranberry mixture in a shallow dish and stir it every few hours until it's frozen solid. - Serve your sherbet immediately or store it in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

This refreshing cranberry sherbet is the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day. It's also a great way to use up leftover cranberries. With its bright red color and tart flavor, this sherbet is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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