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Guava Sherbet

Creamy Guava Sherbet: Your New Favorite Tropical Delight

Indulge in this creamy Guava Sherbet, a refreshing tropical dessert that’s simple to prepare and perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Syrup
  • 4 cups Ripe Pink Guavas You can use canned guavas in syrup if fresh aren’t available.
  • 1 cup Sugar Adjust based on the ripeness of the fruit.
  • 2 cups Water Essential for creating the syrup.
  • 1 whole Vanilla Bean Replace with vanilla extract if needed.
  • 1 stick Cinnamon Stick Optional, enhances flavor.
For the Base
  • 2 cups Skim Milk Whole milk can be used for a richer taste.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Coconut cream is a non-dairy alternative.
  • 1 cup Guava Simple Syrup Prepared from the previous step.
  • 1/2 cup Light Corn Syrup Prevents crystallization.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances sweetness.
For the Puree
  • 2 cups Guava Puree Ensure it's smooth for best texture.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • blender
  • Ice cream maker
  • zip-top bag

Method
 

Guava Sherbet Preparation
  1. Prepare Guava Syrup: Peel and seed the ripe guavas, chop them and combine in a saucepan with sugar, water, vanilla bean, and cinnamon stick. Simmer for 15 minutes, then cool and strain the syrup.
  2. Make Guava Puree: Process the solids from the syrup in a blender until smooth. Pass through a fine sieve and refrigerate.
  3. Mix Sherbet Base: In a saucepan, whisk together skim milk, heavy cream, guava syrup, corn syrup, sugar, and salt. Warm until nearly simmering, stirring constantly.
  4. Cool Base: Remove from heat, pour into a zip-top bag, seal tightly and immerse in an ice bath for 20 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  5. Churn Sherbet: Combine cooled base with guava puree in a mixing bowl. Pour into ice cream maker and churn for 20-30 minutes or until soft-serve consistency.
  6. Freeze: Transfer churned sherbet into a covered container, smooth the top, and freeze for about 2 hours to firm up.

Nutrition

Serving: 1scoopCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow sherbet to soften for 5-10 minutes at room temperature before serving for easier scooping. Store in an airtight container to maintain texture.

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