Limoncello Italian Lemoncello Or Orangecello Receita

Capture the sun-drenched essence of the Amalfi Coast with this authentic Limoncello (or Orangecello) recipe! Adapted from a family in Sorrento, Italy, this low-sugar, low-carb version lets you enjoy the vibrant citrus flavor without the guilt. Infuse vodka with the zest of lemons (or oranges) for a bright, refreshing liqueur perfect for any celebration. Easy to make, but patience is key to unlocking the best flavor.

Preparo 15 min

Cozimento 86400 min

Calorias 4985.1 kcal

Proteína 19g

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Ingredientes para Limoncello Italian Lemoncello Or Orangecello

15 Lemons (or 10-12 large Oranges), zested
1500ml (2 bottles of 750ml) Vodka
4 cups granulated sugar (or 2 cups for less sweetness, or equivalent sugar substitute)
2 cups Water

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Como fazer Limoncello Italian Lemoncello Or Orangecello

**Prepare the Infusion:** In a large glass jar (at least 2 liters), combine 750ml of vodka with the zest of 15 lemons (or 10-12 large oranges). Use a microplane or fine grater to get only the colorful outer zest, avoiding the bitter white pith.
**Infuse:** Seal the jar tightly and let it sit at room temperature in a dark, cool place for 30-40 days. The longer it infuses (up to 60 days!), the more intense the flavor will be. No need to shake or stir.
**Make the Simple Syrup:** While the zest infuses, prepare the simple syrup. In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups of water and 4 cups of granulated sugar (reduce to 2 cups for a less sweet version or use a sugar substitute like erythritol). Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture simmers for 7 minutes, forming a thick syrup.
**Combine & Rest:** Let the syrup cool completely. Once cooled, carefully add the syrup and a second 750ml bottle of vodka to the jar with the infused vodka and zest.
**Second Infusion:** Seal the jar tightly and let it sit for another 30-40 days in a cool, dark place.
**Strain & Bottle:** After the second infusion, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth-lined funnel, discarding the zest. Bottle the limoncello (or orangecello) and refrigerate or freeze for optimal enjoyment.
**Serve Chilled:** Serve your homemade Limoncello (or Orangecello) well-chilled, ideally straight from the freezer. Enjoy responsibly!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

1598g

Fat

Carbs

162g

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Perguntas frequentes

Quanto tempo leva para fazer Limoncello Italian Lemoncello Or Orangecello?

Limoncello Italian Lemoncello Or Orangecello leva cerca de 86415 minutos do início ao fim — aproximadamente 15 minutos de preparo e 86400 minutos de cozimento.

Quantas calorias tem Limoncello Italian Lemoncello Or Orangecello?

Limoncello Italian Lemoncello Or Orangecello tem aproximadamente 4985.1 calorias por porção, com cerca de 19 g de proteína, 162 g de carboidratos e 3 g de gordura.

De quais ingredientes preciso para Limoncello Italian Lemoncello Or Orangecello?

Os principais ingredientes de Limoncello Italian Lemoncello Or Orangecello são Lemons, Vodka, Sugar, Water. Veja a lista completa com as medidas acima.