Watermelon Sherbet

Watermelon Sherbet

Homemade Flavored Sherbet

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 10m
Cook Time: 30m
Total Time: 40m
Servings: 12
Difficulty: Easy
4.8 (18 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

120
calories
1g
fat
26g
carbohydrates
2g
protein
4mg
cholesterol
18mg
sodium
1/2 cup
serving size
Watermelon Sherbet

Recipe Description

You need this Watermelon Sherbet at your next party and I mean it this time! What a way to get the excitement flowing. I love experimenting with new recipes and this was a happy accident. A cool summer dessert or treat to be enjoyed perfectly at the poolside.

I blend sugar with zesty lemon juice, cold water, whole milk and unflavored gelatin which brings all the flavor to this desert from the 8 cups of fresh chopped watermelon. Frozen then scooped into glass bowls and served. I don’t even need to convince you much more!

To make Watermelon Sherbet, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Watermelon Sherbet

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Combine watermelon mixture

    2 min
    Step 1 - Watermelon Sherbet

    In a large bowl, combine 8 cups of chopped watermelon with 1½ cups of sugar and ½ cup of lemon juice.

  2. 2

    Chill

    30 min
    Step 2 - Watermelon Sherbet

    Place the bowl in the refrigerator for 30 minutes, to chill.

  3. 3

    Blend

    3 min
    Step 3 - Watermelon SherbetStep 3 - Watermelon Sherbet

    Once chilled, place ½ of the mixture in a blender and blend until smooth. Transfer to a large bowl and then repeat with the remaining half. Add to the bowl and set aside.

  4. 4

    Cook gelatin

    3 min
    Step 4 - Watermelon Sherbet

    In a small saucepan, stir 2 envelopes of unflavored gelatin with ½ cup of cold water to combine. Cook over a low heat until the gelatin is fully dissolved.

  5. 5

    Combine sherbet mixture

    2 min
    Step 5 - Watermelon Sherbet

    Pour the gelatin mixture into the bowl of blended watermelon along with 2 cups of whole milk. Mix to combine well.

  6. 6

    Freeze

    Step 6 - Watermelon Sherbet

    Using an ice cream maker, freeze the mixture according to the manufacturer's directions.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Step 7 - Watermelon Sherbet

    Serve immediately or freeze. Thaw for 20 minutes before serving and enjoy!

If you’re celebrating Labor Day this year then why not do it gluten free and add this tasty Watermelon Sherbet to your table. Get the party started and snap some pics. Tag us and use #cookmerecipes online for us to see what you’re up to!

About the author

Lilly Mathuse

Lilly is an enthusiastic and cheerful young mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Lilly's going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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4.8 out of 5 (18 reviews)
Diana Smith
December 24, 2024
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Superb summer treat!

Mike
December 6, 2024
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Yo, I gotta say this Watermelon Sherbet is fire! Whipped it up for a summer BBQ and it was a big hit. Everyone was beggin' for the recipe! Super easy to make and the whole fam loved it. Perfect refreshment by the pool — trust me, you don’t wanna miss out on this one!

Claire
November 19, 2024
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Delicious

Benny
June 14, 2024
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Perfect poolside treat for my summer BBQ.

Yasmine Thompson
May 24, 2024
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Delish! Made this for my pool party and everyone loved it! So refreshing and super easy. Can't believe I whipped it up without a hitch. Totally a hit!

Harry
April 11, 2024
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I made this Watermelon Sherbet for my kid's birthday bash and it was a hit! Super easy, and the taste was just fab. We served it poolside and it kept everyone cool while having a blast. Can't wait to make it again!

Jasmine Wright
April 2, 2024
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Delicious summer treat! I made this Watermelon Sherbet for my birthday party last weekend, and everyone loved it! It was super easy to make, and the fresh watermelon flavor really shined through. Perfectly refreshing on a hot day. I highly recommend trying it!

Isabella Greene
October 23, 2023
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Refreshing and easy!

Grace
October 15, 2023
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I made this Watermelon Sherbet for a pool party with my kids and it was a hit! So easy to make and everyone loved how refreshing it was. My son even started a watermelon tasting contest! This will be my go-to summer dessert from now on. Simply delicious.

Frankie
September 7, 2023
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Epic! I made this Watermelon Sherbet for my pool party, and everyone went wild! It was a total crowd-pleaser. I never knew a simple recipe could bring so much joy. Surprised my friends with the twist of lemon, and they loved it. Perfect summer treat.

Kevin Mitchell
August 15, 2023
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Man, this Watermelon Sherbet was a hit at my pool party! I whipped it up on a whim, and everyone loved it. Refreshing and super easy to make. Def going in my summer rotation for sure! Thanks for the fab recipe!

Quin
May 5, 2023
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Hice este sorbete de sandía para una fiesta familiar y fue un exito. La combinación de sandía fresca y limón es genial. Usé un poco de leche para hacerlo cremoso y a todos les encantó. Es tan fácil que lo haré otra vez para el próximo verano.

Walter Johnson
January 26, 2023
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Tried the Watermelon Sherbet for our family pool party and it was a hit! The kids loved it, and I felt like a hero making it. It's super easy, just blend and freeze! I even added a splash of mint for a twist. Definitely making this again for summer BBQs!

Bella
August 11, 2022
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I made the Watermelon Sherbet for my kids' summer pool party and it was a hit. The combination of watermelon and lemon is just refreshing. It's easy to make, which is perfect when I'm busy juggling the kids. They loved it, and so did I.

Katie Brown
May 16, 2022
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I made this Watermelon Sherbet for my daughter's birthday party. Everyone loved it! It was so easy to make, and the kids enjoyed it by the pool on a sunny day.

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