Strawberry Sorbet and Vanilla Ice Cream without Ice Cream Maker

Recipe by Norbert Tarayre

Learn how to make an ultra‑smooth strawberry sorbet and a creamy vanilla ice cream without any ice‑cream maker, using only an immersion blender and your freezer. The secret: wildflower honey for the sorbet and a custard cooked to 80 °C for the ice cream.

MediumFrenchServes 4

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Source Video
19m
Prep
11m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
40m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$16.70
Per serving:$4.18

Critical Success Points

  • Mixing the strawberries with honey (determines the sorbet's softness).
  • Cooking the custard to 80 °C without boiling.
  • Complete cooling of the custard before freezing (prevents thermal shock).
  • Blend the frozen blocks quickly to achieve a smooth texture.

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the saucepan with care: the mixture reaches 80‑90 °C.
  • Use fresh or pasteurized eggs to avoid any risk of salmonella.
  • Do not touch the blender blades while it is operating.

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