Paraben Free Peppermint Chocolate Chip Sorbet
Cool, minty, and studded with dark chocolate, this frozen dessert is the kind of thing that feels indulgent without any of the ingredient anxiety that comes with store-bought options. Many commercial ice creams and sorbets contain preservatives and synthetic additives — including parabens used as stabilizers — that can be tricky to spot on a label. This one is built entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients: water, maple syrup, peppermint extract, lemon juice, and good-quality dark chocolate, so you know exactly what you're eating. The fork-scraping method is a bit of a kitchen project, but it's genuinely satisfying and produces a beautifully granular, refreshing texture without any special equipment. The peppermint hits bright and clean, the lemon juice adds a subtle lift, and those little shards of 70% cacao chocolate scattered throughout make every bite feel like a treat. It's the kind of dessert you can serve to guests or keep stashed in the freezer for yourself — no guilt, no guesswork, just clean and delicious.
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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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