Irresistible and refreshing, this cider sorbet will taste as good and bold as the cider you use, so choose something with a lot of character, or make it several times with different ciders. Let us know your favorite version!

1/2 cup sugar
3/4 tsp xanthan gum
3 1/2 cups cold hard cider
2 Tbsp corn syrup
1 Tbsp apple brandy

1. Mix the sugar and xanthan gum in a small bowl. In a separate bowl, add cider, then whisk in the xanthan and sugar mixture. Add corn syrup and brandy, mix completely and pour into a saucepan.

2. Turn heat to medium low and, stirring occasionally, warm just until the sugar is completely dissolved. Strain mixture through a mesh sieve and cool completely.

3. Pour mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze, according to the manufacturer’s directions. Once the sorbet reaches the consistency of soft serve, remove from ice cream maker and pack into small, airtight freezer-safe containers. Freeze overnight.

Makes 4 cups

Recipe by Salt & Straw

Photo by Shawn Linehan

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