
Dulce de Leche Sorbet
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Dulce de Leche Sorbet is a frozen dessert combining rich dulce de leche with cream and subtle flavours of cinnamon, vanilla and lemon. Made with rice, milk, sugar, butter and egg yolks, this elegant treat takes just 20 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook. It suits anyone looking for a sophisticated frozen dessert with caramel notes and smooth texture.
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Ingredients
- 400 grice
- 400 mlmilk
- 200 gsugar
- 1 pinchcinnamon
- 2 mllemon juice
- 100 gbutter
- 2egg yolks
- 1 mlvanilla extract
- 1 pinchsalt
- 200 mlheavy cream
- 400 mldulce de leche
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Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.
Tip: Use a medium saucepan to prevent scorching.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
Tip: Stir occasionally to prevent scorching.
- 3
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice, butter, and vanilla extract until the butter has melted.
Tip: Be patient, as this step may take a few minutes.
- 4
Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- 5
Strain the mixture into a clean container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Tip: This step is crucial for creating a smooth sorbet.
- 6
Once chilled, pour the mixture into a blender and add the dulce de leche. Blend until smooth.
Tip: You can also add the dulce de leche at this stage if you prefer a stronger flavor.
- 7
Strain the mixture into a clean container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
Tip: This step is crucial for creating a smooth sorbet.
- 8
Once set, scoop the sorbet into bowls and serve immediately.
Tip: You can garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a few slices of lemon for added flavor and color.
- 9
To freeze the sorbet, pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish or a metal pan and place it in the freezer.
Tip: Make sure to use a metal pan to prevent the sorbet from becoming icy.
- 10
Every 30 minutes, remove the pan from the freezer and use a fork to scrape the mixture and break up any ice crystals that have formed.
Tip: This step is crucial for creating a smooth and even texture.
- 11
Continue this process for 2-3 hours, or until the sorbet has reached the desired consistency.
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