Amazing 1 Bite Blood Orange Champagne Sorbet Recipe
This Amazing 1 Bite Blood Orange Champagne Sorbet is a refreshing and sophisticated frozen treat combining the bright, tangy flavor of fresh blood oranges with the delicate sparkle of champagne. Lightly sweetened and perfectly smooth, this sorbet is ideal for a fancy dessert or palate cleanser, offering a delightful burst of citrus and bubbles in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: French-inspired
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Blood Orange Sorbet Base
- 4 cups fresh blood orange juice (about 8–10 blood oranges)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Champagne Addition
- 1/2 cup dry champagne or prosecco, chilled
Instructions
- Prepare Syrup Mixture: Combine the blood orange juice, sugar, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a medium saucepan.
- Dissolve Sugar: Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar is fully dissolved but do not let it boil.
- Cool Syrup: Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool completely, which takes about 1 hour at room temperature.
- Add Champagne: Once the syrup is cool, gently stir in the chilled dry champagne or prosecco to preserve the effervescence.
- Churn Sorbet: Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it forms a soft sorbet texture.
- Freeze to Firm: Transfer the sorbet into an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours to allow it to become firm and scoopable.
- Serve: Before serving, let the sorbet sit at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes to soften slightly for easier scooping and enhanced flavor release.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed blood orange juice for the best vibrant flavor and natural color.
- Do not boil the juice and sugar mixture to avoid bitterness or loss of fresh citrus flavor.
- Chilling the champagne beforehand helps maintain its bubbles when mixed in.
- If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can freeze the mixture in a shallow container and stir every 30 minutes until frozen to simulate churning.
- For a non-alcoholic version, replace champagne with sparkling water or lemon-lime soda.
- Serve in small portions since this sorbet is very flavorful and rich in citrus tang.
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