By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 10
72 cal · 30 min
Orange Milk Sherbet
Recipe GLPRf1352837648b93
A refreshing frozen dessert that combines the bright citrus flavors of fresh orange and lemon with creamy cold milk. This smooth sherbet is perfect as a light and palate-cleansing treat after meals, with a velvety texture that melts gently on your tongue.
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Ingredients
1½ cups sugar
1½ teaspoons orange zest
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
1½ cups fresh orange juice
4 cups cold milk
Directions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar and orange zest, stirring well to infuse the zest with the sugar and release the aromatic oils.
Pour the fresh lemon juice and fresh orange juice into the bowl with the sugar mixture and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved, about 2–3 minutes.
Slowly pour the cold milk into the juice mixture while stirring gently until all ingredients are fully combined and the mixture is uniform.
If using an ice cream maker, transfer the mixture to the machine and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a sherbet consistency, approximately 20–30 minutes. If freezing without a machine, pour the mixture into a shallow freezer-safe container and stir every 30 minutes for 3–4 hours until frozen.
Serve immediately for a softer sherbet, or transfer to an airtight container and freeze for up to 2 weeks for a firmer texture.
Comments
Every ingredient is a staple at any Charlotte grocer, and the total ingredient cost lands around $6 to $8, making this roughly 60 to 80 cents per serving—genuinely cheap. The stated 30 minutes is honest if you're using an ice cream maker; without one, real time is closer to 4 to 6 hours of freezing plus churning, which the recipe should specify. This is a no-fuss dessert that works for a crowd, requires no active attention once in the freezer, and leftovers keep for weeks; the only minor drawback is that it demands planning ahead rather than serving the night you decide to make it.
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