26 March 2025
Frozen Kaffir Lime Sorbet Cups
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Fragrant kaffir limes hollowed and filled with sorbet for a bold citrus dessert that’s naturally refreshing, dairy-free and easy to make ahead.
Prep time
30 mins
Cook time
5 mins
Total time
275 mins
Servings
8
Recipe Snapshot
Rating4.7
Chef's Tips
Freeze the kaffir lime shells until very firm so the sorbet sets quickly without melting.
Chill the sorbet base thoroughly before churning for a smoother, finer texture.
Do not overfill the limes—leave a little space so the tops sit neatly without squeezing out the sorbet.
For extra aroma, zest one kaffir lime into the pulp before blending.
Tools Used
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Ingredients
Ingredients
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Kaffir Lime Shells
Kaffir Lime Sorbet
Instructions
Prepare the Kaffir Lime Shells
- 1
Cut the tops off each kaffir lime about three-quarters up, keeping tops as lids.
- 2
Trim a thin slice from each base so limes stand upright.
- 3
Scoop out flesh carefully, reserve for the sorbet.
- 4
Freeze shells and tops for 2 hours until firm.
Make the Kaffir Lime Sorbet
- 1
Heat the water until warm.
- 2
Mix sugar, glucose powder and neutrose; sprinkle into warm water.
- 3
Boil 1 minute to dissolve.
- 4
Pour over lime pulp and reserved flesh.
- 5
Chill 2 hours.
- 6
Blend smooth with immersion blender.
- 7
Churn 10–15 minutes in ice cream maker.
- 8
Freeze 2 hours until pipeable.
Assembly
- 1
Fill a piping bag with a no. 4 fluted tip.
- 2
Pipe chilled sorbet into frozen lime shells.
- 3
Replace tops and serve immediately or freeze briefly to firm.
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Frozen Kaffir Lime Sorbet Cups
Frozen Kaffir Lime Sorbet Cups
These kaffir lime sorbet cups use hollowed kaffir limes as the shell for a strongly aromatic citrus sorbet. The result is a small frozen dessert with a sharper flavor profile than standard lime sorbet.
Sorbet Base
Sorbet Base
The sorbet is made with kaffir lime pulp, sugar, glucose powder, and super neutrose. The stabilizers help the texture stay smoother and make it easier to pipe into the shells after freezing.
Frozen Shells
Frozen Shells
Freezing the lime shells before filling helps the sorbet set quickly and keeps the shape cleaner during assembly. Leaving space at the top also makes it easier to replace the lids neatly.
Serving Notes
Serving Notes
These cups work well as a small dessert, a palate cleanser, or part of a warm-weather menu. Because they hold in the freezer well, they can be assembled in stages.
Tips
Tips
- Chill the base fully before churning
- Freeze the shells until very firm
- Do not overfill the limes
- Add zest if you want more aroma
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 filled kaffir lime (about 90 g)
Calories 854%
% Reference Intake*
Total Fat 0.5g1%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 1mg
Total Carbohydrates 21g8%
Dietary Fiber 1g
Sugars 19g21%
Protein 1g2%
Standardised comparison basis: 100 g
Calories 945%
% Reference Intake*
Total Fat 1g1%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 1mg
Total Carbohydrates 23g9%
Dietary Fiber 1g
Sugars 21g23%
Protein 1g2%
* Reference intakes are based on an average adult's 8,400 kJ / 2,000 kcal diet. Your needs may be higher or lower.
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Priya
· 2 Sept 2025Very fragrant and not too sweet. The balance was good.
Alex
· 18 Jun 2025I prepped everything ahead and it was easy to serve.
Maya
· 10 Apr 2025The kaffir lime flavour is so intense and refreshing—these disappeared fast.
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