{"id":2123,"date":"2025-06-01T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-01T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/?p=2123"},"modified":"2025-06-01T06:23:26","modified_gmt":"2025-06-01T06:23:26","slug":"sparkling-lime-sorbet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/?p=2123","title":{"rendered":"Sparkling Lime Sorbet"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1.-Sparkling-Lime-Sorbet.jpg?resize=1440%2C960&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Small clear glass with 3 scoops of Sparkling Lime Sorbet garnished with 2 mint leaves outside on a black table in front of a white brick wall\" class=\"wp-image-2124\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1.-Sparkling-Lime-Sorbet.jpg?resize=1440%2C960&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1.-Sparkling-Lime-Sorbet.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1.-Sparkling-Lime-Sorbet.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1.-Sparkling-Lime-Sorbet.jpg?resize=800%2C533&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1.-Sparkling-Lime-Sorbet.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Sparkling Lime Sorbet is such a wonderful way to cool down this Summer and if you have an ice cream maker, it&#8217;s not terribly difficult or time-consuming to put together. Crisp, cold and fresh, this sorbet hits you with zingy lime and a little hint of bubbly fizz. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2.-Fizzy-Lime-Sorbet.jpg?resize=1440%2C960&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Hand holding a glass with scoops of Sparkling Lime Sorbet \" class=\"wp-image-2125\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2.-Fizzy-Lime-Sorbet.jpg?resize=1440%2C960&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2.-Fizzy-Lime-Sorbet.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2.-Fizzy-Lime-Sorbet.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2.-Fizzy-Lime-Sorbet.jpg?resize=800%2C533&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2.-Fizzy-Lime-Sorbet.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The sparkling water added to the sorbet mixture is what gives this recipe its sparkle and it really does add a lovely little something&#8230; It&#8217;s so refreshing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3.-Sparkling-Lime-Sorbet-Recipe.jpg?resize=1440%2C960&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Top view of Sparkling Lime Sorbet with two mint leaves \" class=\"wp-image-2126\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3.-Sparkling-Lime-Sorbet-Recipe.jpg?resize=1440%2C960&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3.-Sparkling-Lime-Sorbet-Recipe.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3.-Sparkling-Lime-Sorbet-Recipe.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3.-Sparkling-Lime-Sorbet-Recipe.jpg?resize=800%2C533&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3.-Sparkling-Lime-Sorbet-Recipe.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">I love to serve Sparkling Lime Sorbet in a pretty little glass with some mint leaves on top. It&#8217;s so pretty this way and the mint can add a nice flavour touch as well, but it&#8217;s completely optional. This sorbet can absolutely stand on its own, however feel free to experiment&#8230; Some strawberries across the top would also be a nice touch if you want to make it a bit fancier for Summer dinner guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4.-3-scoops-of-Sparkling-Lime-Sorbet-in-a-small-glass.jpg?resize=1440%2C960&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Small clear glass with 3 scoops of Sparkling Lime Sorbet garnished with 2 mint leaves\" class=\"wp-image-2127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4.-3-scoops-of-Sparkling-Lime-Sorbet-in-a-small-glass.jpg?resize=1440%2C960&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4.-3-scoops-of-Sparkling-Lime-Sorbet-in-a-small-glass.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4.-3-scoops-of-Sparkling-Lime-Sorbet-in-a-small-glass.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4.-3-scoops-of-Sparkling-Lime-Sorbet-in-a-small-glass.jpg?resize=800%2C533&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4.-3-scoops-of-Sparkling-Lime-Sorbet-in-a-small-glass.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">If you don&#8217;t have an ice cream maker, I can&#8217;t recommend one enough. Homemade ice creams, sorbets and gelati are so much fun and often taste better than store-bought versions. Making your own ice creams and sorbets can also be a lot healthier and it&#8217;s so much fun to get creative, customising flavours to suit your palate. Let&#8217;s get started!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong><em>Makes 1 pint<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Zest of 2 limes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Juice of 8 limes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">300g caster sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">100ml still water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">200ml sparkling water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Fresh mint leaves to serve (<em>optional<\/em>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Method<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Add the lime zest, still water and caster sugar to a saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring with a wire whisk. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium or medium-low and allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes more or until syrupy and all the sugar is completely dissolved.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Remove the syrup from the heat and leave it to cool down for about 10 minutes or so.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Stir the lime juice and sparkling water into the syrup with a wire whisk until combined.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn it according to the manufacturer&#8217;s instructions. The sorbet is ready when it resembles a firm soft serve.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Pour the sorbet into a freezer-safe, lidded container and pop it into the freezer for at least 2 to 4 hours before serving. Garnish with a mint leaf or two if desired when serving (<em>optional<\/em>). <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/?cat=229\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Click here to see more ice cream &amp; sorbet recipes!<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sparkling Lime Sorbet is such a wonderful way to cool down this Summer and if you have an ice cream maker, it&#8217;s not terribly difficult&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"nf_dc_page":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[218,229,4,5,261],"tags":[241,7,169,14],"class_list":["post-2123","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-desserts","category-ice-creams-sorbets","category-latest-posts","category-recipes","category-summer","tag-lime","tag-recipes","tag-sorbet","tag-vegetarian"],"aioseo_notices":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2123","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=2123"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2123\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2132,"href":"https:\/\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2123\/revisions\/2132"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=2123"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=2123"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ashleylaurenturner.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=2123"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}