Macadamia Free Peppermint Chocolate Chip Sorbet
Cool, refreshing, and deeply satisfying, this peppermint chocolate chip sorbet is the kind of frozen dessert that feels genuinely indulgent without relying on cream, eggs, or any nuts whatsoever. The base comes together with just water, maple syrup, and a bright hit of peppermint extract, making it naturally free from the tree nut concerns that can make store-bought frozen treats a gamble. A squeeze of lemon juice sharpens the whole thing beautifully, and the finely chopped dark chocolate folded in at the end gives you those satisfying little shards in every bite. The fork-scraping method is surprisingly meditative — every pass through the freezer builds that signature granular, icy texture that makes sorbet so refreshing on a warm day. Because you're working with a short, clean ingredient list, there's no guesswork about what's hiding in the mix. Just bold peppermint flavor, rich chocolate flecks, and a texture that scoops like a dream once it's had a few minutes to soften.
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6 servings
For the sorbet base
- 2 cups water
- ¾ cup maple syrup
- ¼ tsp fine salt
- ½ tsp peppermint extract
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 3 oz dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher), finely chopped
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, maple syrup, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisking until the maple syrup is fully dissolved, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from the heat.
- 2
Stir in the peppermint extract and lemon juice. Taste and adjust the peppermint level — the flavor should be bright and forward, as it will mellow slightly once frozen.
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