Dark maple syrup is a natural match for chocolate, bringing a complex sweetness to this easy sorbet. The result has the creaminess of chocolate ice cream with a much more robust flavor and no dairy. Makes about 1 quart 2 cups water 3/4 cups Grade A dark maple syrup 3/4 cup cocoa powder 1/4 teaspoon…

Vibrantly fresh, this strawberry sorbet is sweetened with honey and infused with the most delicate touch of fresh mint.  If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can also pour the base into popsicle molds and make strawberry-mint popsicles instead. Serves 8 (Makes 1 quart) 3/4 cup honey 1/4 cup water 1 bunch fresh…

Refreshingly tangy, lemon sorbet is often served in between courses to clean the palate. I love it as an easy-to-make dessert all year round. Sorbet is easy to make, with or without an ice cream maker, but you’ll need to plan ahead to allow fo ample freezing time. I add a splash of vodka to…