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Sorbetto di Limone Dressed Up

Sorbetto di Limone Dressed Up in Frozen Lemon Shells

Discover the refreshing Sorbetto di Limone Dressed Up, featuring lemon sorbet and creamy mascarpone in frozen lemon shells, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Freezing Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 shells
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sorbet Mixture
  • 1 quart Lemon Sorbet High-quality for best taste.
  • 8 oz Mascarpone Cheese At room temperature for easy blending.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Fresh for best flavor.
For the Lemon Shells
  • 6 large Lemons For creating frozen shells.
  • 6 leaves Mint Leaves For garnish.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Pairing Knife
  • Spoon
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Lemon Shells: Cut off the tip of each lemon, make a small slice at the bottom, hollow them out, and freeze for 4 hours.
  2. Make the Sorbet Mixture: Soften sorbet and mascarpone, blend until smooth, and mix in lemon zest.
  3. Return Mixture to Freezer: Transfer mixture back to container and freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  4. Fill the Lemon Shells: Spoon the sorbet mixture into the frozen shells, avoiding overflow, and freeze again.
  5. Serve: Garnish with mint leaves and present on plates or in glasses for an elegant touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1shellCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 29gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill sorbet and mascarpone before mixing for best texture. Use fresh lemon zest for a bright flavor. Garnish with mint for color and aroma.

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