This three-ingredient mango sorbet comes together in about 10 minutes with no ice cream machine needed. Frozen mango, a liquid sweetener, and lime juice blend into a smooth, naturally sweet frozen treat that works as a light dessert or a refreshing option after a long day.
Nutrition
112 Calories | 0g Fat | 26g Carbohydrates | 1g Protein | 1g Fiber
Per Serving
Serves 6
Ingredients
- 2 bags (10 oz each)
- frozen mango chunks
- 1/3 cup liquid sweetener (honey or agave)
- 2 Tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
Directions
- Remove frozen mango from the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes. Do not thaw completely. You want the mango slightly softened but still mostly frozen.
- Add the mango, sweetener, lime juice, and salt to a food processor or high-speed blender.
- Process for about 1 minute. The bottom of the mixture near the blade will be smooth, while the top will remain chunky.
- Stop, scrape down the sides, and stir to redistribute the chunks.
- Continue processing, scraping down as needed, until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, 4 to 5 minutes total.
- For soft-serve texture, serve immediately. For scoopable sorbet, transfer to an airtight container or loaf pan, press parchment or wax paper directly on the surface, and freeze for 2 to 3 hours. If using a loaf pan, wrap the entire pan in plastic wrap to prevent ice crystals.
Pro-Tips
- Do not fully thaw the mango. Ten minutes on the counter is enough. A completely thawed mango will not blend into a creamy sorbet. It needs to stay mostly frozen so the food processor can work it into the right texture.
- Press parchment directly onto the surface before freezing. Air contact is what causes ice crystals. Pressing the paper flat against the sorbet before sealing the container makes a noticeable difference in texture after storing.
- Taste before freezing and adjust the sweetness. Freezing dulls the perception of sweetness, so the base should taste slightly sweeter than you think it should. If it tastes right at room temperature, it will taste flat once frozen.
- Use honey for a richer flavor, agave for a more neutral result. Both work well here. Maple syrup is not recommended as it can overpower the mango.
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