Escape the summer heat with the power of your high-speed blender and this simple, refreshing, and downright delicious Vitamix Sorbet recipe! Try Blueberry Peach, Tropical Fruit, Lime Mint, or create your own custom frozen sorbet flavor with this foolproof formula!
With summer in full swing, my Vitamix has been very busy blending an abundance of frozen sweet treats. This high-performance blender produces thick and creamy protein shakes, fruit smoothies, chocolate ice cream, strawberry soft-serve, and even sorbet!
In this post, I’ll show you how simple it is to whip up a batch of sorbet in a blender. All you need to do is gather your favorite frozen fruits, a small slice of fresh citrus, liquid sweetener, and good old H20, and let the Vitamix magic happen.
With my tried-and-true blender sorbet system, you can unleash your creativity on a plethora of fun flavors. From the sweet-tart sensation of blueberries and peach to the tropical paradise of pineapple and mango and the burst of tangy lime and cooling mint, the possibilities are endless!
Why you'll love this recipe
- Quick and easy healthy treat. Simply toss in frozen fruits, a slice of citrus, sweetener, and water, and the mighty blades of the Vitamix will whip everything into a refined, sugar-free, rejuvenating frozen dessert.
- Naturally dairy-free and vegan. The smooth, thick consistency and silky mouthfeel may lead you to believe there are dairy or eggs, but it’s made from pureed frozen and fresh fruit, maple syrup, and water. Perfect for people like me who are sensitive to lactose.
- Sorbet flavors galore! Try blueberry-peach, mango-pineapple, lime-mint, or use this recipe as a blank canvas and mix and match your favorite fruits to create a custom sorbet flavor.
Ingredients you'll need
No matter what sorbet flavor you decide to make, the ratio of the four core ingredients remains the same (with the exception of the lime mint recipe): 3 cups frozen fruit, 3 tablespoons real maple syrup (or your preferred liquid sweetener), half of a slice of lemon or lime (peel left intact), and ¼ cup of water.
Here’s what you need for my top three Vitamix sorbet flavors:
- Tropical Fruit Sorbet: 1 ½ cups frozen mango, 1 ½ cups frozen pineapple, small lemon slice (with the peel), maple syrup, and water.
- Blueberry Peach Sorbet: 1 ½ cups frozen blueberries, 1 ½ cups frozen peaches, lemon slice (with the peel), maple syrup, and water. It’s worth noting that I do add an extra ½-1 tablespoon of maple syrup since blueberries and peaches aren’t as sweet as tropical fruits.
- Lime Mint Sorbet: This recipe deviates from the base recipe since it uses grape juice concentrate and spinach. You'll need ½ a cup of frozen grape juice concentrate thawed, ½ a frozen banana, ½ cup frozen pineapple, ½-1 cups of fresh spinach leaves, a small lime slice (with the peel), 1 mint leaf, and 3 cups of ice. This flavor is actually inspired by the sorbet recipe I received at a demo that convinced me to purchase a Vitamix in the first place! 🙂
How to make sorbet in a Vitamix
Step 1: Layer ingredients. Add all ingredients to your Vitamix in the following order: frozen fruit, lemon (or lime) slice (peel included), maple syrup, and water.
Step 2: Blend and serve. Blend on high speed, pressing down the tamper to fully incorporate all ingredients until the sound of the machine changes and four thick mounds of sorbet form. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
*Note: You can also freeze it for a couple of hours in a freezer-safe loaf pan or ice cream container tightly covered (make sure to press against the sorbet) with a piece of wax paper to achieve a scoopable texture, or if you can't enjoy it right away.
Recipe tips
- Freeze your own fruit. Instead of buying bags of frozen fruit, chop fresh fruit into smaller pieces, spread them out on a baking sheet, and place them in the freezer until frozen solid before using them to make sorbet. This is the perfect way to use in-season fruits!
- Adjust the sweetness. You MUST use at least 3 tablespoons of maple syrup (or another liquid sweetener) to achieve the right consistency. Feel free to add more to taste, especially if you use fruits that aren’t super sweet.
- Use a bit of the citrus fruit rind. Adding a slice of lemon or lime with the peel intact helps create a smoother, more cohesive texture and intensified flavor. Don’t add too much, as the rind can taste bitter.
- Liquid first. It's important to add the liquid ingredients to the blender first for easier blending.
- Use the tamper. If your blender has a tamper, use it to push the ingredients down into the blades while blending to make sure everything is incorporated evenly and smoothly.
Build your own sorbet flavor
Now it’s your turn! Again, 3 cups of frozen fruit, 3 tablespoons sweetener, half-slice of lemon or lime, and ¼ cup of liquid is the perfect amount to create a satisfyingly smooth and frosty texture.
- Frozen fruits. Experiment with apricot, banana, blackberry, cantaloupe, cherries, honeydew, mango, peach, pineapple, raspberry, strawberry, etc.
- Citrus fruit slice (including the peel). You can use lemon, lime, orange, or grapefruit.
- Non-refined liquid sweetener. Sweeten your sorbet with at least 3 tablespoons of raw honey, pure maple syrup, agave nectar, coconut nectar, or date syrup.
- Liquid. Water works great, but you can also use thawed frozen grape juice concentrate or coconut water for enhanced flavor. For added creaminess, use coconut, cashew, or oat milk.
Storing and freezing
This homemade sorbet is best enjoyed immediately after blending, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Allow it to soften for a few minutes at room temperature before scooping and serving.
FAQs
No. When it comes to sorbet, a thickening agent is typically unnecessary because it’s meant to have a light and icy texture rather than a creamy consistency. This sorbet recipe relies on the balance of ingredients and the high-speed blending process to thicken.
While sorbet and sherbet are similar frozen fruity desserts, dairy is the main difference. Sorbet is dairy-free and has a smooth and icy texture, similar to a frozen slushie, whereas sherbert contains milk or cream, giving it a slightly creamy texture and a richer mouthfeel.
More frozen summer treats you'll love
- Frozen Strawberry Lemonade
- Strawberry Banana Protein Ice Cream
- Fresh Fruit Greek Yogurt Popsicles
- Mango Orange Popsicles
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Vitamix Sorbet
Equipment
- Vitamix
Ingredients
- ¼ cup water
- 3 tablespoon maple syrup go with a good quality maple syrup (see post for sweetener alternatives)
- ½ slice lemon you can also use lime, orange, or grapefruit (with the rind). You only need a small, thin, slice. Too much will make it bitter.
- 3 cups frozen fruit
Instructions
- Put all ingredients into the blender in order listed.
- Blend on high for 45 seconds to 1 minute, pressing down with tamper to blend well. When the machine sound changes and four mounds form, the sorbet is ready to serve.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
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- Tropical Fruit Sorbet: 1 ½ cups frozen mango, 1 ½ cups frozen pineapple, lemon slice (with the peel), maple syrup, and water. A personal favorite.
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- Blueberry Peach Sorbet: 1 ½ cups frozen blueberries, 1 ½ cups frozen peaches, lemon slice (with the peel), maple syrup, and water. It’s worth noting that I do add an extra ½-1 tablespoon of maple syrup since blueberries and peaches aren’t as sweet as tropical fruits.
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- Lime Mint Sorbet: This recipe deviates from the base recipe since it uses grape juice concentrate and spinach. You'll need ½ a cup of frozen grape juice concentrate thawed, ½ a frozen banana, ½ cup frozen pineapple, ½-1 cup of fresh spinach leaves, a small lime slice (with the peel), 1 mint leaf, and 3 cups of ice. This flavor is actually inspired by the sorbet recipe I received at a demo that convinced me to purchase a Vitamix in the first place! 🙂
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Carrie's Experimental Kitchen
I've never made sorbet before but this looks incredible!
Amee
Thank you Carrie! 🙂
christine
Amazing recipe. Instead of the banana I used half an avocado . Tastes amazing . A new favourite! Thanks so much for sharing this!
Amee Livingston
You're welcome Christine! So glad you loved the recipe. 🙂
Eldheni
Tried something similar at a vitamix demo at local Whole Earth grocery...only he used apple juice instead of grape, a bit more mint (that might be a personal taste thing?)...STILL amazing! This recipe is def on my keeper list, and my friend who was with me is eager to get a vitamix of her own!
Amee Livingston
Eldheni, sounds great! I'll have to try your version, too with the apple juice and additional mint.
Anonymous
You should add your ice in last if you want to prolong the life of your machine! A good rule of thumb for Vitamix recipes is add the softest ingredients first and the hardest ingredients last... I make this sorbet in my demonstrations and it also works really well with avocado.
Amee Livingston
thank you for the great tip!
Lea Ann Savage
Hello, this is a fantastic recipe!
Just wanted to let you know that some people will read your ingredient list and pick up Grape Juice Concentrate (which is dark purple) instead of White Grape Juice Concentrate, and the color will be off-putting. Also, just an FYI - I've tried both apple and white grape, and prefer the white grape.
THANKS for sharing the recipe!