Best 7 Sherbet Watermelon Recipes

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In the sweltering heat of summer, nothing beats the refreshing taste of sherbet watermelon. This unique and delectable treat combines the flavors of sweet watermelon and creamy sherbet to create a delightful dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're having a backyard barbecue, pool party, or just looking for a way to cool down on a hot day, sherbet watermelon is sure to be a hit. Read on to learn how to make your own sherbet watermelon and enjoy this refreshing treat all summer long.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

WATERMELON SHERBET



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The flavor of watermelon comes through beautifully in this homemade sherbet recipe.

Provided by TerryWilson

Categories     Desserts     Frozen Dessert Recipes

Time 4h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups diced seedless watermelon
1 cup white sugar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 dash salt
¼ cup cold water
1 (.25 ounce) envelope unflavored gelatin
1 cup chilled heavy cream

Steps:

  • Combine the watermelon, sugar, lemon juice, and salt in a large mixing bowl; stir to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Blend the mixture in a blender until smooth; return to the bowl.
  • Pour the cold water into a saucepan. Sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water; let stand 1 minutes. Place the saucepan over low heat; cook for 2 minutes. Stir the gelatin mixture into the blended watermelon mixture. Add the heavy cream; beat with an electric hand mixer at medium speed until the mixture is fluffy.
  • Transfer the mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer's directions until it reaches "soft-serve" consistency. Transfer ice cream to a one- or two-quart lidded plastic container; cover surface with plastic wrap and seal. For best results, ice cream should ripen in the freezer for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Cholesterol 40.8 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 62.5 mg, Sugar 29.9 g

WATERMELON SHERBET SMOOTHIES



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These fast-to-fix smoothies have become a summertime tradition for my sons. There's nothing quite as refreshing as these chilly drinks to beat the heat! -Jamie Cockerel, Kalamazoo, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups cubed seedless watermelon
1 cup crushed ice
1 cup watermelon, raspberry or lime sherbet
4 teaspoons lime juice
2 teaspoons miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the watermelon, ice, sherbet and lime juice; cover and process for 30 seconds or until smooth. Stir if necessary. Pour into chilled glasses; sprinkle with chocolate chips. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 21mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

RASPBERRY-LIME SHERBET 'WATERMELON'



Raspberry-Lime Sherbet 'Watermelon' image

Kids of all ages will love this fun recipe using sherbet and mini chocolate chips.

Provided by gramdeb

Categories     Desserts     Frozen Dessert Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 pints lime sherbet, slightly softened
6 ounces miniature semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ gallon raspberry sherbet, slightly softened

Steps:

  • Line a serving bowl with plastic wrap. Spoon lime sherbet into the bowl, smoothing it out to be 1/2 inch thick along the sides, making the watermelon rind. Place bowl in the freezer for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, stir the chocolate chips evenly into the raspberry sherbet. Scoop the raspberry sherbet into the lime sherbet shell, smoothing off and leveling the top. Return bowl to the freezer.
  • To serve, invert the bowl onto a serving plate. Lift off bowl and remove plastic wrap. Freeze again for 1 hour if the sherbet is too soft. Slice pieces like a watermelon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.5 calories, Carbohydrate 51.4 g, Cholesterol 2.9 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 23.6 mg, Sugar 43.5 g

WATERMELON SHERBET



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My family has been harvesting watermelons for generations. Our church group often serves this refreshing treat at the town's watermelon festival.-Lisa McAdoo, Rush Springs, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 1/2 gallon.

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 cups seeded chopped watermelon
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup lemon juice
2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1/2 cup cold water
2 cups whole milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine watermelon, sugar and lemon juice. Chill for 30 minutes; place half in a blender. Blend until smooth; pour into a large bowl. Repeat with the other half; set aside. , In a saucepan, cook and stir gelatin and water over low heat until gelatin dissolves. Add to watermelon mixture; mix well. Stir in the milk until well blended., Freeze in an ice cream freezer according to the manufacturer's directions. Serve immediately or freeze and allow to thaw about 20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 18mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SHERBET WATERMELON



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I usually double this recipe so I can have one dessert on hand for family and friends who stop by unexpectedly in summer. Each refreshing wedge comes complete with chocolate chip "seeds".

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

About 1 pint lime sherbet, slightly softened
About 1 pint pineapple sherbet, slightly softened
About 1-1/2 pints raspberry sherbet, slightly softened
1/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Line a 1-1/2-qt. round metal bowl with plastic wrap. Press a thin layer of lime sherbet against the bottom and sides of bowl. Freeze, uncovered, until firm. Spread a thin layer of pineapple sherbet evenly over the lime sherbet layer. Freeze until firm. Pack raspberry sherbet into center of sherbet-lined bowl. Smooth the top to resemble a cut watermelon. Cover and freeze until firm, about 8 hours., Just before serving, remove bowl from the freezer and uncover. Invert onto a serving plate. Remove bowl and plastic wrap. Cut into wedges; press a few chocolate chips into the raspberry sherbet section of each wedge to resemble watermelon seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 60mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

WATERMELON SHERBET SMOOTHIES (BETTER THAN SPRINKLER- JUMPING!)



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You won't need to run through the sprinkler to cool off when you're having one of these babies! The kids will love you, your friends will think you've worked for hours (you haven't!), and your spouse will be thrilled you saved so much money on this lovely "dessert".... Taste-Of-Home, Summer '09

Provided by Debber

Categories     Smoothies

Time 10m

Yield 4 glasses, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups cubed seedless watermelon
1 cup crushed ice
1 cup sherbet (watermelon, raspberry or lime)
4 teaspoons lime juice
2 teaspoons semisweet mini chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Chill the glasses if you'd like to really impress your guests and if impressing isn't important, you can skip this step!
  • Combine all but the chips in a blender; process for 30 seconds; scrape sides & stir if necessary.
  • Pour mixture into (un)chilled glasses; sprinkle chips and serve.
  • Viola! You are soooo cool!
  • And now I am too!

WATERMELON CRANBERRY SHERBET



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Nothing beats a juicy watermelon in warm summer weather-unless it's this frosty sherbet. A dash of cranberry juice adds a lip-smacking tang to every spoonful. -Jeannie Klugh, Lancaster, PA

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 envelope unflavored gelatin
1/3 cup cranberry juice, chilled
4 cups cubed seedless watermelon
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cranberry juice; let stand for 1 minute. Heat over low heat, stirring until gelatin is completely dissolved., Place watermelon in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Add sugar and gelatin mixture; process until blended. Pour into an 8-in. square dish. Freeze for 1 hour or until edges begin to firm. Stir and return to freezer. Freeze 2 hours longer or until firm., Just before serving, transfer to a food processor; cover and process for 2-3 minutes or until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 9mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose a ripe watermelon with a deep red color and a hollow sound when tapped.
  • Chill the watermelon in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before making the sherbet.
  • Use a food processor or blender to puree the watermelon until it is smooth.
  • Add sugar, lime juice, and salt to taste.
  • Freeze the sherbet in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Serve the sherbet immediately or store it in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
  • Garnish the sherbet with mint leaves or lime wedges before serving.

Conclusion:

Watermelon sherbet is a refreshing and delicious summer treat that is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its vibrant color and sweet flavor, watermelon sherbet is a perfect way to cool down on a hot day. Whether you are looking for a simple dessert or a healthy snack, watermelon sherbet is a great option that is sure to please everyone.

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