Dark Chocolate Mint Sorbet Recipe (2024)

By Martha Rose Shulman

Dark Chocolate Mint Sorbet Recipe (1)

Total Time
About 45 minutes, plus chilling
Rating
4(180)
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When I dream about the decade-plus I spent living in Paris, there’s often a dessert involved. Specifically, it’s the luxurious chocolate mint sorbet that I used to order every time I splurged on one of my favorite restaurants, the Michelin-starred Au Trou Gascon. It has the thrill and depth of any dark chocolate dessert, but with a light, refreshing quality. This is my version, and it couldn’t be simpler.

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Ingredients

Yield:1 generous quart

  • 3tablespoons mild honey, such as clover, or corn syrup
  • cup, plus 1½ tablespoons sugar
  • 10ounces dark chocolate, at least 72 percent, finely chopped (about ¼-inch pieces; no need to chop if using disks)
  • 1mint herbal tea bag
  • ½teaspoon peppermint extract

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Nutritional analysis per serving (1 servings)

1898 calories; 121 grams fat; 69 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 36 grams monounsaturated fat; 4 grams polyunsaturated fat; 185 grams carbohydrates; 31 grams dietary fiber; 123 grams sugars; 22 grams protein; 98 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Dark Chocolate Mint Sorbet Recipe (2)

Preparation

  1. Combine 3¼ cups water, the honey or corn syrup and the sugar in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir with a rubber spatula until sugar is completely dissolved and remove from heat.

  2. Step

    2

    Meanwhile, place chocolate and tea bag in a medium-size bowl. Pour on hot water mixture and let stand for 5 minutes. Remove tea bag. Add peppermint extract.

  3. Step

    3

    Using a hand blender, blend mixture until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir bottom of bowl with a rubber spatula to make sure mixture is well combined, and blend again if necessary. The chocolate will separate to an extent when chilled, but you will be blending it again. Cover bowl and refrigerate for at least 12 hours. Place a 1-quart container (or slightly larger) in the freezer.

  4. Step

    4

    Remove sorbet mixture from refrigerator and blend again until smooth. The chocolate that has slightly solidified on top will be reincorporated. Freeze in an ice cream maker following manufacturer’s directions. Transfer to the chilled container. Cover and place in freezer for 2 hours or longer. Allow sorbet to soften in refrigerator for 1 hour before serving.

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Sue

I followed the recipe exactly with this exception. Whisk 1 egg white until frothy. When the sorbet is nearly frozen, add 2 tablespoons of the frozen mixture to the egg white, whisk and then add to the frozen mixture and continue freezing. The egg white makes the sorbet creamier and removes the need to thaw before using. This method works with other flavors of sorbet too. This was delicious! Will definitely make again!

Chris B.

If this makes 5 cups and the calorie count for the whole recipe is about 1882 calories. Then the calorie count per portion (about a half cup) is about 188.

Chris B.

Exquisite flavor. One of the best ever. I used 60% cocoa solid chocolate. Jacques Torres' fèves discs.
I didn't use an immersion blender just a whisk when needed.
An hour in the fridge to soften was perfect.
Thanks Rose!

Bethy

Can't find recipe through google. Could you please post the link?

JCMG

Somebody help me this is a thick cold ganache :(It's delicious but it won't get air and won't freeze for me. If someone could point me to a video explaining this recipe I would love that!

liz wansbrough

Love this flavor - used fresh mint leaves in a tea egg & left overnight to seep. However- I find the texture kind of grainy - any advice? chilling overnight makes the chocolate re solidify….love to hear from everyone who has advice?

MR

Never froze. I used corn syrup and the peppermint extract was alcohol based - but not enough to deter freezing. Perplexed.

Karen from Ithaca

Do you think your ice-cream maker was cold enough? Most manufacturers recommend freezing for at least 24 hours prior to using.

Jan

In Step 2, it says to "pour on hot water mixture." Where is water listed in the ingredients list? How much water, please?

julia

It's referring to the water mixture from Step 1 (3 1/4 c water, honey, etc.)

Sue

I followed the recipe exactly with this exception. Whisk 1 egg white until frothy. When the sorbet is nearly frozen, add 2 tablespoons of the frozen mixture to the egg white, whisk and then add to the frozen mixture and continue freezing. The egg white makes the sorbet creamier and removes the need to thaw before using. This method works with other flavors of sorbet too. This was delicious! Will definitely make again!

Winifred

This was a big hit - luscious texture, not at all grainy. Used whatever chocolate I found In The cupboard -didn’t have peppermint extract - used two tea bags - it was vaguely minty. I added a dash of vanilla. I didn’t have 12 hours to chill in the fridge before churning, so chilled it down in an ice bath and then in fridge for about 4 hours. After two hours in freezer it was still a bit soft but delicious. Next time will skip the mint and try some crystallized ginger or some hot pepper flakes.

melanie

Unfortunately, I didn't see all of the comments before I made this. Have to agree with the negative comments. Very grainy and I feel a waste of expensive chocolate. The flavor is great, though.

Craig

This was a strange sorbet recipe. I followed the directions but, since I have no mint flavoring, basically made a mint simply syrup using fresh mint (left over from our quarantine Derby Day). In the ice cream maker, this really took a loooooooong time to set up and it never really did. Even after 2 days in the freezer it's sort of the consistency of a Wendy's Frosty. I have no idea what I did wrong.

Rachel

Very disappointing. Despite vigorous mixing the final product had an unpleasant texture. Ended up tossing it.

Alicia

Try the Decadent Chocolate Tea Sorbet from LifeIsBetterWithTea. It’s amazing!

Tim

Very disappointing. I used expensive premium ingredients, following the directions precisely. It tasted like frozen chocolaty mint Malt-O-Meal that did not match the contributor’s sumptuous description. Really surprised, won’t make it again.

Bflnyc

Try making Sara Moultons Bittersweet sorbet, non dairy, very chocolatey, fabulous, easy. I used to make it all the time

Bethy

Can't find recipe through google. Could you please post the link?

Merle Gilmore

The flavor was terrific but the consistency was very granular / gritty. What did I do wrong?

Marie

I had the same problem. The flavor was only so-so. Will not make this again.

Granita

I would say it sounds like Granita, which is supposed to be granular. I made it just last night (no mint), and I served it with whipped cream, as I always do. You can add heavy cream to it, mix it, and it becomes like an iced coffee, depending on what proportion of ice to cream you choose. Use your taste and your instinct for that.

Chris B.

The greatest. Fab flavor combination

KathZ

Very disappointing consistency. Sorry to have wasted the chocolate and bothered to buy mint tea.

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Dark Chocolate Mint Sorbet Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is dark chocolate sorbet made of? ›

Combine the sugar, cocoa, salt, espresso powder, chocolate chips, and water in a saucepan set over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook, stirring frequently, until the chips and sugar are dissolved. Remove from the heat, and stir in the vanilla and Kahlua or vodka.

How to make a mint sorbet dreamlight? ›

To make a Mint Sorbet, players only need two items. However, they aren't early-game items, so this recipe can only be unlocked after progressing through the game's main story a bit. Players can make Mint Sorbets with Mint and Slush Ice.

Why is mint always with dark chocolate? ›

Dark Chocolate & Mint Have a Rich History

It was used in hot drinks and, to combat the strong taste, Europeans mixed in mint, cinnamon and anything sweet that was readily available. The sweet and bitter combination eventually grew in popularity.

How the sorbet is done? ›

Sorbet is essentially made of a simple sugar syrup, infused with fruit puree or juice or another flavoring agent like coffee or chocolate, that is then chilled and churned.

What makes sorbet so creamy? ›

Without fat from dairy or eggs, it's the suspension of sugar within the fruit purée that allows the sorbet to churn into something with a creamy mouthfeel. You need 20-30% sugar in your sorbet, which will come from your fruit plus some added sugar.

Is sorbet actually healthy? ›

For those who need dairy- or gluten-free dessert options, or who cannot eat eggs or nuts, sorbet may be a suitable option. In theory, a fruit sorbet is healthy, but most commercial varieties are based on sugar rather than fruit.

What is the ingredients mint sorbet in Dreamlight Valley? ›

To cook the Mint Sorbet recipe, you will need the following ingredients: Mint. Slush Ice.

What are the ingredients in dark chocolate mint? ›

INGREDIENTS. Cocoa Beans*+, Cane Sugar*+, Cocoa Butter*+, Peppermint Essential Oil*. Individuals with Food Allergies: Made on equipment that also processes milk, wheat, & tree nuts and in a facility that handles peanuts, eggs, & sesame.

Is dark chocolate with mint good for you? ›

Green mint leaves are crushed to extract their valuable oil to include in chocolate. This oil offers several health benefits, including fiber, vitamins, and a trace amount of protein. Peppermint oil also has medicinal uses, working as a natural muscle relaxant.

What does mint chocolate do to your body? ›

Chocolate Mint contains several vitamins and minerals that can aid your immune system and reduce chronic inflammation. Its refreshing flavour, like other mints, awakens the mind, increasing focus and cognitive function. Its soothing qualities may aid digestive function and relieve breathing problems.

What is the secret of a good sorbet? ›

Sugar plays a larger roll in the sorbet than just sweetening the fruit juice. It's also crucial for the sorbet's texture. Too little sugar and the sorbet becomes icy, too much and it can be slushy — hit the sugar level just right and the sorbet will taste creamy and melt evenly across your tongue.

Why put egg white in sorbet? ›

The optional egg white helps to stabilize, emulsify, and preserve the texture of the sorbet if you are going to keep it in your freezer for a few days.

What holds sorbet together? ›

That's it: You could make a sorbet with nothing but plain water and sugar. "In ice cream, a combination of fat, protein, and sugar all influences ice cream's texture, but in sorbet sugar is the big fish." Sugar doesn't just sweeten sorbet—it's also responsible for sorbet's structure.

What is sorbet made of? ›

One of the first frozen treats ever developed were ices (or sorbets), which essentially are a mixture of smooth ice, sugar, flavoring and other refreshing ingredients like fruit purees. A sorbet does not contain any dairy products and is more acidic, which results in tart flavors.

Is chocolate sorbet better than ice cream? ›

As most calorie-sensitive people know, sorbets are generally preferable to ice cream when it comes to minding one's weight. While sorbets admittedly contain a lot of sugar they at least tend to contain little or no fat. That, however, is something that usually does not apply to chocolate sorbets.

Is sorbet actually ice cream? ›

The difference between ice cream and sorbet is also based on whether or not dairy is used. Technically speaking, ice cream always contains cream and/or milk as its main ingredients, while sorbet traditionally never includes dairy or eggs, instead being primarily made from fruit juice or fruit purée.

What is the difference between chocolate sorbet and gelato? ›

They are both made with milk and sugar, but there are some key differences between the two. For starters, gelato is made with cream, while sorbet is dairy-free. Gelato also has a higher fat content than sorbet. As a result, gelato is richer and creamier in texture, while sorbet is light and refreshing.

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