Description
This Sorbet Au Champagne, crafted by former White House Chef Rene Verdon, offers an elegant finish to any meal, perfect for New Year’s Eve or a summer evening treat. With a refreshing hint of lemon and a subtle champagne essence, it makes a memorable impression, especially garnished with fresh raspberries.
Ingredients & Nutritional Information
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Sugar | 1/2 cup |
| Water | 1/4 cup |
| Fresh Lemon Juice | 2 tbsp |
| Champagne (or sparkling cider) | 1 cup |
| Egg White | 1 |
| Nutritional Information | Per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 132.5 |
| Fat Content | 0g |
| Saturated Fat | 0g |
| Cholesterol | 0mg |
| Sodium | 13.2mg |
| Carbohydrates | 18.8g |
| Fiber | 0g |
| Sugars | 17.4g |
| Protein | 0.7g |
Instructions
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water over medium heat. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves and the mixture reaches a gentle boil. Boil for about 1 minute until the syrup turns clear. Set aside to cool. |
| 2 | Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, pour in the champagne and add the cooled syrup and fresh lemon juice. Stir gently to combine. |
| 3 | Prepare the Egg White: In a separate bowl, beat the egg white until it forms stiff peaks. Carefully fold the whipped egg white into the champagne mixture, being cautious to retain as much volume as possible. |
| 4 | Freeze in Ice Cream Maker: Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer’s instructions. |
| 5 | Alternative Freezing Method: If you don’t have an ice cream maker, pour the mixture into a shallow pan, cover, and freeze for about 2 hours or until firm. Break the frozen mixture into chunks and process in a food processor or blender until smooth. |
| 6 | Final Freeze: Transfer the smooth sorbet into an airtight container and freeze for an additional 20 minutes. |
| 7 | Serve and Enjoy: For a soft texture, let the sorbet sit in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh raspberries or your favorite berries to elevate presentation. Substitute champagne with sparkling cider for a nonalcoholic version. |