Sherbet has a smoother and creamier texture compared to sorbet. Sorbet on the other hand, has a lighter, icier texture.
Sherbet contains minimal amount of fat due to the dairy content. Sorbet is typically fat-free.
If you’re in love with desserts, you must have heard the words ‘sherbet’ and ‘sorbet’. Often people get confused between these two words and think they are alike. However, they are not. Tap to know the major differences between these two:
Sherbet contains small quantities of milk product usually in the form of milk and buttermilk. Sorbet is typically dairy-free and are made of fruit puree or juice, sugar, and water.
Sherbet tends to be sweeter than sorbet due to the addition of sugar and the slight tanginess from the dairy content. Sorbet has more intense fruit flavour.
Sherbet often comes in various flavours, often fruit based. On the other hand, sorbet offers a wide range of fruit flavours and sometimes incorporates herbs, spices or even wine.