Description
Orange Crush sherbet brings nostalgic summer memories dancing across refreshing citrus waves. Cool homemade dessert perfection delivers sweet tangy comfort with simple ingredients you’ll crave all season long.
Ingredients
Scale
Sherbet Base:
- 2 cups (473 ml) orange-flavored soda (Orange Crush)
- 2 cups (480 ml) heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup (240 ml) sweetened condensed milk
Flavor Enhancer:
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
Garnish Options:
- Fresh orange zest
- Extra orange-flavored soda for drizzling
- Candied orange pieces
- Mini marshmallows
- Crushed vanilla wafers
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly amalgamate the Orange Crush soda with sweetened condensed milk, whisking until achieving a uniform, silky consistency.
- Using an electric mixer, whip the heavy cream to stiff, billowing peaks, approximately 2-3 minutes. Incorporate vanilla extract during the whipping process if desired.
- Delicately integrate the whipped cream into the orange soda mixture, employing a gentle folding technique to maintain the cream’s airy texture. Continue until no visible streaks remain.
- Transfer the luminous mixture into a freezer-compatible container with a secure lid, ensuring even distribution.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours at 0°F, allowing the sherbet to solidify completely. For optimal smoothness, interrupt the freezing process every hour during the initial 2-3 hours, stirring to prevent excessive ice crystal formation.
- When ready to serve, extract the sherbet and allow it to soften slightly at room temperature for 2-3 minutes. Scoop into chilled serving vessels, optionally embellishing with fragrant orange zest or a splash of additional Orange Crush.
Notes
- Let the Orange Crush soda sit at room temperature for a few minutes before mixing to reduce excess fizz and prevent a foamy texture.
- Swap sweetened condensed milk and heavy cream with coconut cream and condensed coconut milk for a vegan-friendly version.
- Using an ice cream maker can help create an even smoother, more professional-style sherbet with minimal ice crystal formation.
- Add a splash of fresh orange juice or orange extract to intensify the citrus profile and create a more vibrant orange flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg