Making a creamsicle sorbet wasn’t my intention. Really, it wasn’t. Not that there is anything wrong with creamsicles, it’s just that was I had intended was a little, well, fancier. This post was supposed to be titled, Orange Blossom Buttermilk Sorbet. But how could I call it that when it tastes just like a creamsicle?
This is summertime, backyard ice cream at its best. It’s refreshing, light and reminiscent of childhood favourites. The buttermilk adds a little tangy flavour which is why I think this ended up tasting just like a creamsicle.
And the best part? Other than the taste, of course. This about as healthy as ice cream is ever going to get. There’s no heavy cream or whole milk in sight and only just enough sugar so you still know you’re eating a dessert.
I have to thank Pastry Girl over at Dessert First for the inspiration for this Orange Creamsicle Sorbet. It’s seriously so good you’ll want to pick up your bowl and lick it clean.
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- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- Juice and pulp from 2 large naval oranges
- 2 tablespoons finely grated orange rind
- 2½ cups buttermilk
- Optional: 1 tablespoon orange blossom water
- Combine the water, sugar, orange juice, orange blossom water, and orange rind in a small saucepan. Cook over low heat on the stove until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Let boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Add the buttermilk and stir to combine. Place mixture in the refrigerator, covered, overnight to chill.
- Chill in an ice-cream maker according to manufacturer’s instructions.
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perfect timing! I have a bunch of oranges sitting in the kitchen and I had no idea what to do with them but this is it!
That’s awesome! Let me know how it turns out. I really think you’re going to love it!
Great Recipe…been looking for a good orange sherbet for children. Thank you!
Thank you so much! My little nephew absolutely loved it, I hope you kids do too!!
I have all the stuff and I’m getting ready to make this right now!
Thanks!
Hey Natalie,
I love when I see a recipe online and then realize I have everything in my kitchen to make it!
Hey Therese,
I’m so glad that you pointed this out! All my life I’ve been referring to sorbet’s as sherbet. I would think that coconut milk, while it might change the flavour slightly, would be delicious in this recipe
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