Jade Lime Sherbet

📜 Collection: John B. Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Desserts A refreshing and creamy jade lime sherbet made with gelatin, milk, and fresh lemon juice. This frozen treat offers a delightful citrus tang and smooth texture.


Prep TimeCook TimeInactive / Chill TimeYield / Servings
15 mins0 mins4 hours6 servings

🔪 Key Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Freezer tray
  • Beater

Ingredients

Sherbet Ingredients

MeasurementsIngredientsPrep / Notes
1 pkgLime JelloDry gelatin
1 c.Hot WaterBoiling
1/2 c.SugarGranulated
2 c.MilkRegular
1 c.Evaporated MilkChilled (marked as tnf milk)
1/4 c.Lemon JuiceFreshly squeezed
1 tspGrated Lemon PeelZested

Instructions

Step 1: Preparation and Freezing

  1. Dissolve the 1 pkg lime jello in 1 c. hot water.
  2. Stir in 1/2 c. sugar, 2 c. milk, 1 c. tnf milk, 1/4 c. lemon juice, and 1 tsp grated lemon peel.
  3. Mix thoroughly until completely combined.
  4. Pour into a tray and freeze firm.

Step 2: Whipping and Final Freeze

  1. Turn the frozen mixture into a bowl and beat thoroughly until smooth and fluffy.
  2. Return to tray and freeze until set.

💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Keep stored in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Let soften slightly at room temperature before serving.


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