Cantaloupe Melba Recipe

This elegant Cantaloupe Melba recipe is a delightful twist on a classic dessert. Imagine juicy cantaloupe slices nestled in pretty goblets, topped with creamy raspberry sherbet and a luscious homemade raspberry sauce. It's the perfect light and refreshing finale to any summer meal! This recipe is adapted from a trusted source and promises a memorable culinary experience.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 175.1 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cantaloupe Melba

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How to Make Cantaloupe Melba

  1. Puree 1 cup of fresh raspberries in a blender or food processor until smooth.
  2. Strain the raspberry puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds.
  3. Stir in 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons of raspberry liqueur (or orange liqueur) into the puree. Mix well.
  4. Cover and chill the raspberry sauce in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Halve 2 medium cantaloupes and remove seeds.
  6. Peel the cantaloupes and cut into thin slices.
  7. Line each of 8 small dessert bowls or goblets with 3-4 cantaloupe slices.
  8. Top the melon with 1/2 cup of raspberry sherbet per serving.
  9. Pour 2 tablespoons of the chilled raspberry sauce over the sherbet.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

136g

Fat

3g

Carbs

13g