This sweet and creamy Easy Mango Sorbet is a bright and refreshing frozen treat made with just a few wholesome ingredients. It's also naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, with a vegan option.

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• ❤️ Why You'll Love This Recipe for Mango Sorbet
• 🛒 Ingredients for the Best Mango Sorbet
• 🔪 How to Make Mango Sorbet
• 💡 Tips for Making this Creamy Mango Sorbet Recipe
• ☑️ Storage Instructions
• 🍴 What to Serve with Healthy Mango Sorbet
• 🔄 Substitutions and Additions
• What is the Difference of Sherbet and Sorbet?
• Can I Make Sorbet With a Blender?
• What Can I Add if My Sorbet is Too Sweet?
• How Can I Prevent My Sorbet From Freezing Too Hard?
• 🍽️ More Healthy Dessert Recipes

❤️ Why You'll Love This Recipe for Mango Sorbet

• Sweet and refreshing frozen treat
• Smooth and creamy texture
• Made with all natural, healthy ingredients
• Takes just 5 minutes to make
• Dairy-free and gluten-free
• Vegan option

Sorbet is a classic, light, and refreshing treat that’s great for an afternoon snack or a dessert after a heavy meal. This no-churn recipe is bursting with tropical flavors from frozen mango and fresh limes. A touch of natural honey is added to give it the perfect sweet and tangy balance.

One of the things you’ll love about making this smooth and creamy treat is that you don’t even need an ice cream machine to make it. All you need are 3 simple ingredients and a food processor to whip up this light and fruity sorbet. It's a delicious and easy way to beat the summer heat.

Whether fresh or frozen, try using juicy mango in other tasty recipes, like this Mango Smoothie Bowl and Mango Mousse. Or if you love a sweet and savory combination, this Mango Salsa will take your shrimp tacos to a whole new level.

🛒 Ingredients for the Best Mango Sorbet

• Frozen mangoes
• Lime juice and zest
• Honey (or agave, if Vegan)
• Water

*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

🥣 Recommended Tools

• Food processor or high powered blender

🔪 How to Make Mango Sorbet

Add the frozen chunks of mango, water, honey, lime juice, and zest to the bowl of a food processor.

The amount of honey or agave that you use will vary based on how sweet your mango is. It's best to start with 1 tablespoon, blend it up, and give it a taste to see if you need to add more.

Blend for 3–5 minutes, or until completely smooth and creamy. 

It should be close to the consistency of soft-serve ice cream.

Transfer the mixture into an ice cream container or freezer-safe glass storage container.  Smooth out the top and allow it to freeze for 6 hours or overnight.

Scoop and serve when you’re ready.

Be sure to take it out and leave it on the counter for about 10 minutes before serving, so it’s easier to scoop.

💡 Tips for Making this Creamy Mango Sorbet Recipe

• If you prefer a loose, soft-serve texture, you can enjoy the sorbet as soon as it's blended. But if you want it firmer with an icier consistency, you'll want to put it in the freezer for the recommended time.

• Save time by buying frozen mango. This can also save you a little money because fresh mango can be pricey. Plus, you can buy frozen mangos all year.

• If you're using fresh mango, you must freeze it first. To do so, place the peel and diced chunks on a clean, dry baking pan. Flash freeze the chunks for an hour before dropping them in a freezer bag. This prevents the juices from sticking together when frozen.

Also be sure to try this strawberry lemonade sorbet and you don't need to use an ice cream maker!

☑️ Storage Instructions

Keep mango sorbet in an airtight container to prevent freezer burn. It should stay fresh for up to several months.

🍴 What to Serve with Healthy Mango Sorbet

If you're looking for something sweet to pair with your sorbet as dessert, here are some delicious options:

• Keto Orange Pound Cake
• Cream Cheese Cookies
• Sugar Free Coconut Meringue Cookies
• Sugar Free Pound Cake
• Gluten-Free Angel Food Cake

🔄 Substitutions and Additions

• Fresh mint Add a couple of finely minced fresh mint leaves to the blender for a refreshing twist.

• Coconut: Add more tropical flavor by including ¼ cup of coconut cream. Or, you can use coconut milk in place of the water.

• Chili-lime: For a bit of heat, sprinkle a pinch of chili powder or cayenne pepper into the mix.

• Ginger: Grate a small piece of fresh ginger into the blender for an added pop of fresh flavor. Ginger pairs well with mango!

• Extracts: Feel free to add a couple of drops of vanilla, almond, or your favorite citrus extracts.  

• Fresh berries: Once it has been blended, fold in fresh chopped berries like strawberries or raspberries for a burst of color and fruitiness.

• Tropical fruit: Another great add-in is diced pineapple or passion fruit.

• Almonds: Stir in chopped toasted almonds before freezing for added texture and a nutty flavor.

What is the Difference of Sherbet and Sorbet?

Both are tasty frozen treats, but there are key differences. Sherbet contains a small amount of dairy, while sorbet is naturally dairy-free. This also makes the textures slightly different. While sorbet is creamy, it's not as creamy as sherbet.

Can I Make Sorbet With a Blender?

The width of a food processor tends to make blending the frozen fruit easier, compared to the narrow bottom of a blender. If you must use a blender, just start by pulsing it a few times to help get the fruit moving around. Pause occasionally to scrape down the sides to ensure you have even blending.

What Can I Add if My Sorbet is Too Sweet?

If you taste it and it seems to sweet, just add an extra squeeze of lime juice. The tanginess will easily balance out the sweetness.

How Can I Prevent My Sorbet From Freezing Too Hard?

The first thing is to check to make sure your container is airtight. If you still have issues with it freezing too hard, you can add about a tablespoon of vodka to the food processor. The alcohol prevents it from freezing too solid.

🍽️ More Healthy Dessert Recipes

• Easy Strawberry Mousse
• Lemon Cream Puffs
• Bake Ricotta Raspberry Puddings
• Peanut Butter and Jelly Chia Seed Pudding
• Gluten-Free Apple Cake
• Pecan Pie Cheesecake