Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 cup

water

1 cup

sugar

1 unit

cinnamon stick

1 1/4-inch

2 pint

blueberries

Step 1
~42 min

Combine water, sugar, and cinnamon stick in a saucepan.

Step 2
~42 min

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring until sugar dissolves.

Step 3
~42 min

Strain the syrup and refrigerate until cold.

Step 4
~42 min

Puree blueberries in a blender or food processor until smooth.

Step 5
~42 min

Strain the blueberry puree and refrigerate until chilled.

Step 6
~42 min

Combine the chilled syrup and blueberry puree.

Step 7
~42 min

Pour the mixture into a sorbet machine and process as directed.

Step 8
~42 min

Transfer the sorbet to the freezer and let it harden for about 6 hours.

Step 9
~42 min

Shave the frozen sorbet into tiny slivers using a sharp knife.

Step 10
~42 min

Serve the shaved ice in chilled glasses.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of sugar to your liking.

Use fresh, high-quality blueberries for the best flavor.

Make sure the sorbet is completely frozen before shaving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and stored in the freezer.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (blueberry and cinnamon)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a palate cleanser between courses.

Pair with a light dessert wine.

Serve on a hot day.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Shortbread cookies
Lemon tart

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular summer treat.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer picnics
Fourth of July celebrations

Occasion Tags

Summer
Party
Dessert
Celebration

Popularity Score

65/100