Melone (Cantaloupe)
Sunshine in a scoop: ripe cantaloupe blended into a light, fragrant sorbetto that sings of Italian summers.
Time⏱ 40 min
DifficultyEasy
Ingredients
- 01800g ripe cantaloupe melon, cubed and chilled
- 02150g caster sugar
- 03200ml water
- 042 tbsp lime juice
- 05Pinch of fine salt
Method
- 1
Make simple syrup: dissolve sugar in water over medium heat. Cool completely.
- 2
Blend cantaloupe until completely smooth.
- 3
Mix melon purée with cooled syrup, lime juice, and salt.
- 4
Taste and adjust sweetness as needed. Chill for 30 minutes.
- 5
Churn in an ice cream maker for 20–25 minutes.
- 6
Serve immediately for a soft-serve texture, or freeze 1 hour for firmer scoop.
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