Lemon-basil sorbet

Lemon basil sorbet: refreshing, herbal and summery

This super creamy Lemon-basil sorbet This recipe will inspire you. You're probably wondering: Does it even taste good?! I'm telling you: it's not just delicious, the sorbet is AMAZING. Lemon sorbet is already AMAZING, especially in summer! But this gives it a whole new kick without overshadowing the lemon.

Our Lemon basil sorbet brings tangy lemon and delicate basil together perfectly – light, elegant, and incredibly refreshing. The citrus freshness kicks in immediately, and the herbal aroma rounds it off. PerfectoWith this method, it becomes creamy and easy to portion – just like from an ice cream parlor, only homemade.

How to do it – without any stress

You work with fresh lemon juice, organic zest and basilFor the perfect sorbet texture, we recommend
SorbetPerfecto
Binder-Perfecto – this gives a delicate melt and helps prevent ice crystals. If you like the lemon punch even more intense, add a few drops of our
Lemon essence ice cream paste .

For the sorbet you need the sugar syrup 3: 1
You can find the recipe here:  Sugar syrup 3: 1
Good to know: An ice cream maker is great—but not essential. The hand method works just as well.

Taste & serving ideas

The Lemon basil sorbet It's a great starter or a light finale after a barbecue. Served in a glass with basil leaves, it looks fantastic; if you like it sparkling, add 1-2 tablespoons of ice-cold Prosecco to the rim before serving. The herbaceous style also pairs perfectly with berries or a fruit salad.

Want even more lemon?

If you love sorbets, try our classic
Lemon sorbet – same summer kick, but without the herbal twist.

Note: As usual, you can find the quantities and exact preparation steps in the recipe below. Our ice cream recipes work with or without an ice cream maker.

The Perfecto-Ingredients can be found here »