Sherbet, Sorbet, and Other Frozen Desserts

Perhaps frozen desserts are most refreshing during the heat of summer, but they are popular year-round. Frozen delights are not limited to decadent ice creams. There are also alternatives for the health conscious. Take a walk on the chilly side of the kitchen and try some new ice cream recipes sure to delight your palate.

More Frozen Desserts

Many different frozen desserts on the market provide options for just about any palate, diet or lifestyle. Ice creams now come in low-fat and even no-fat versions. Here are some ice cream alternatives:

Frozen yogurt is lower in fat, but not necessarily low in calories. Yogurt is more digestible than milk.

Sherbet is a frozen mixture of sweetened fruit juice and water, which may contain milk, egg whites and/or gelatin.

Sorbet is distinguished from sherbet by the fact that it never contains milk.

Granita (also Granité) or Ice is a sweetened frozen mixture with a granular texture.

Tofutti is dairy-free ice cream made from tofu (soybean curd).

More About Ice Cream and Ice Cream Recipes

• Ice Cream Tips and Hints
• Sherbet, Sorbet, and Other Frozen Desserts
• Ice Cream History
• Ice Cream Recipes
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