HOMEMADE LIME SHERBET

Homemade Lime Sherbet image

My luncheon guests are always impressed when I serve this smooth, refreshing dessert garnished with candied edible flowers. The sherbet's lime flavor is so pleasant!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 1-1/2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 cups whole milk
1-1/4 cups sugar
1/3 cup lime juice
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest
2 to 3 drops green food coloring, optional
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine milk and sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved and mixture reaches 175°. Refrigerate until chilled. , Stir in the lime juice, zest and food coloring if desired. Freeze in an ice cream freezer according to manufacturer's directions. , Transfer sherbet to a 2-1/2-qt. freezer container. Allow to soften slightly; fold in whipped topping. Freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 7g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 25mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.