Description
This refreshing Mango Sorbet recipe is a naturally sweet and vibrant frozen dessert made from frozen mango chunks, agave nectar, lime juice, and zest. Perfect for a light treat on a hot day, it uses simple ingredients blended until silky smooth and frozen until firm. This easy, no-churn sorbet requires minimal prep and offers a tropical twist with a hint of lime for brightness.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 16 oz. mango chunks (frozen)
- ¼-½ cup agave nectar (or honey, or simple syrup)
- 1 Tbsp. lime juice (freshly squeezed, or lemon juice)
- 1 tsp. grated lime zest (or lemon zest)
- Mint sprigs (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Blend the Ingredients: Add the frozen mango chunks, ¼ cup of your chosen sweetener, lime juice, and grated lime zest to a large food processor or blender. Blend continuously for 1-2 minutes, pausing every 20-30 seconds to scrape down the sides to ensure an even, smooth consistency without any fruit chunks. If sweetness is insufficient, add sweetener 1 tablespoon at a time, blending thoroughly after each addition until desired sweetness is reached.
- Transfer and Spread: Pour the smooth mango mixture into a 9×5-inch metal loaf pan. Use a spatula to spread it out evenly across the pan’s surface to prepare for freezing.
- Freeze the Sorbet: Place the loaf pan in the freezer and freeze for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight, allowing the sorbet to set completely. Before serving, let the sorbet sit at room temperature for 1-2 minutes to soften slightly, which makes scooping easier.
- Serve: Scoop the sorbet into bowls or glasses and garnish with a fresh sprig of mint if desired. Enjoy this naturally sweet and tangy mango sorbet as a refreshing dessert or palate cleanser.
Notes
- You can substitute agave nectar with honey or simple syrup based on preference or availability.
- Adjust the sweetness according to the ripeness of the mangoes and your taste.
- Using a metal loaf pan helps the sorbet freeze evenly and makes scooping easier.
- If you don’t have lime, lemon juice and zest work well as substitutes to add brightness.
- Allow the sorbet to sit a few minutes before serving to avoid it being too hard to scoop.
- For a smoother texture, ensure to scrape down the blender/container sides regularly while blending.
