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Sherbert
Calories & nutrition facts
sweets
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 355 kcal —
- Protein 0.6 g 1%
- Carbohydrate 94 g 34%
- Fat 0 g 0%
- Saturated fat 0 g 0%
- Sugars 94 g —
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0 mg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0 mg 0%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0 mg 0%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin B6 0 mg 0%
- Biotin (B7) 0 µg 0%
- Folate (B9) 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
Minerals
- Calcium 42 mg 3%
- Iron 0.2 mg 1%
- Magnesium 69 mg 16%
- Potassium 15 mg 0%
- Copper 0.04 mg 4%
- Manganese 0.02 mg 1%
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Questions about Sherbert
What is sherbert made of?
British sherbert is usually a sweet, fizzy powder made with sugar, food acids such as citric acid, and sodium bicarbonate. The acid and bicarbonate react when they dissolve in saliva or water, creating the fizz.
How do you eat sherbert?
You can put a little powder on your tongue and let it fizz, or dip a lollipop into it. It also dissolves in water for a quick fizzy drink.
Can you make a drink with sherbert?
Yes. Stir a spoonful into a glass of cold water and drink it while it is still bubbling; add the powder gradually, as it can foam up.
How should you store sherbert?
Keep it in a tightly closed, dry container away from steam and damp. Moisture can make the powder clump and start reacting before you eat it.
Is sherbert the same as sorbet?
No. British sherbert usually means fizzy sweet powder, while sorbet is a frozen dessert made from fruit, water and sugar. In some places, “sherbet” means a creamy frozen dessert, so the name can be confusing.
Can you use sherbert in baking?
You can sprinkle a little over cupcakes or biscuits for a tangy, fizzy topping, but add it just before serving: moisture in icing or batter makes the fizz fade.
Is sherbert safe for young children?
The powder can be inhaled if a child tips it into their mouth, so supervise young children and avoid giving it to anyone who struggles to swallow powder. A lollipop dipped in a small amount is less likely to spill than a loose packet.
Source: CoFID (UK) 17-828 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
