Wheat Free Peppermint Chocolate Chip Sorbet
Cool, minty, and studded with shards of dark chocolate, this sorbet hits every note you want from a frozen dessert without a single grain of wheat in sight. The base is built from water, maple syrup, and a bright hit of peppermint extract, making it naturally free from any grain-based thickeners or stabilizers that can sneak into store-bought frozen treats. A splash of fresh lemon juice keeps the flavor lively and clean, while the fork-scraping method builds a beautifully granular, slushy texture that feels genuinely artisan. The chopped dark chocolate gets folded in right at the end, so every scoop has those satisfying little pockets of bittersweet crunch. It's the kind of dessert that tastes far more indulgent than its short ingredient list suggests, and it comes together with nothing more than a saucepan, a fork, and a little patience. Whether you're serving it after a big dinner or sneaking a bowl straight from the freezer, this one is a serious crowd-pleaser.
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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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