CindyWhip up this smooth and sweetly flavored homemade blueberry sorbet for a treat. This blueberry dessert recipe is one that will be the perfect dessert to serve up on a hot day. A sugar-free sorbet recipe that needs just a handful of ingredients to make.
Nothing beats a homemade sugar free sorbet recipe in my books. And when you add in blueberries you got my attention front and center. If you have not tried a blueberry sorbet before, it is something you need to add this recipe to your repertoire!
Whether you snagged some fresh blueberries from your garden or bought extra at the store while they were on sale. Skip the muffins and make my blueberry sorbet next time!
Homemade Blueberry Sugar-Free Sorbet
I use my Vitamix to blend up my sorbet, so it gives it the ultimate silky smooth texture so that as you pour it into your ice cream churn, you get the most indulgent smooth finish. You might even call this a blueberry gelato recipe if you will. Trust me, the silky smooth and brightly flavored sorbet will blow your taste buds out of the water. In case you don’t have a Vitamix, check out the price on Amazon!
How Long Does It Take To Freeze Blueberry Sorbet?
It takes around one hour to harden up once you put it in the freezer. You might go a little bit longer to reach the texture you want. When it is ready then grab an ice cream scoop and start serving it up.
Can I Make A Sorbet With Frozen Fruit?
Because you are using an ice cream churn, you have the option for fresh or frozen fruit. I find that sometimes our supermarket doesn’t have the best fresh blueberries and I have had to reach in the freezer section. Depending on the season and what you have available, you can use frozen blueberries in a pinch.
I do find that fresh offer a slight variance in flavor that I personally prefer, but the choice is yours.
How Long Does Homemade Sorbet Last?
Homemade sorbet can last a long time in the freezer. If your freezer is at 0 degrees F. you can freeze your sorbet up to 2 to 4 months. Make sure to store it properly in an airtight container, otherwise, it may not last as long.
How to Make Homemade Blueberry Sorbet
Start by giving your fresh blueberries a good rinse under cold water.
Add all your ingredients into your Vitamix blender and blend it up until it is a nice and creamy texture.
Grab your ice cream maker and pour the mixture in, and select the proper settings to your manufacturer’s directions.
Then pour into a freezer friendly container and freeze for around one hour or until it firms up.
How to Make Blueberry Sorbet Without an Ice Cream Maker
If you do not have an ice cream maker, that is okay! Just put in a blender like directions state, and then place in a freezer friendly container and freeze for around 2 hours or until it firms up.
Is Blueberry Sorbet Vegan?
My recipe is a vegan blueberry sorbet recipe. I use minimal ingredients and I use xylitol to sweeten vs honey. So yes, this is a vegan-friendly recipe.
What is Xylitol and why am I using it?
Though the name sounds “big chemistry,” xylitol is a naturally occurring carbohydrate, that looks and tastes just like regular table sugar. It is a natural sweetener that can be extracted from any woody fibrous plant material. Xylitol is predominantly made from corn cobs (considered highly sustainable) and due to the lack of exploitation of any living creatures is classified as “vegan.” Pure xylitol is a white crystalline substance that looks, tastes and is used in the exact same quantities as sugar or honey. Check out the price on Amazon!
What is the Difference Between Ice Cream and Sorbet?
The biggest difference you will find between ice cream and sorbet are the ingredients they both use. Ice cream consists of dairy, while a sorbet uses fruit. Both offer a creamy and silky texture, but a sorbet tends to be more ‘icy’ in texture.
What Is Sorbet Made Out Of?
Sorbet is made using fruit puree or even fruit juice and water. Some recipes will use an egg as a stabilizer, but most are just fruit, water, and a few other simple ingredients.
This blueberry sorbet is so simple to prepare, and it will win over a crowd or your family. Give it a try for a cool down treat and let me know how you guys like it!
This blueberry sorbet is quick and easy to whip up and can be made with or without an ice cream maker… Just blend, churn and freeze!
Lemon Blueberry Sorbet
Try this super easy, low-sugar and healthy Lemon Blueberry Sorbet to beat the heat this summer.
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh blueberries
- 2 tbsp Xylitol (or if you prefer the non-Vegan route: Honey)
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 lemon
- 1 tsp lemon zest grab the zest before juicing the lemon
- 1/3 cup water
Instructions
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Pour the rinsed blueberries out onto the parchment paper and separate as much as possible. You may need to remove some stems from a few of the blueberries.
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Place the blueberries into the freezer and freeze overnight or for at least 4-5 hours to get them fully frozen.
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When ready to make the sorbet, add the frozen blueberries to the bowl of a food processor, followed by the Xylitol (or raw honey for the non-Vegan route), fresh lemon zest, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and the water.
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Process the mixture until the blueberries become crumbly, pressing down the mixture with a spatula as needed.
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Continue to process until the mixture becomes more smooth and evenly processed.
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Once everything is smooth, taste for sweetness, and add additional honey as needed.
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You can serve this sorbet immediately or transfer it to an air-tight container and freeze for a couple hours for a harder consistency.
A special thank you to Lacey Baier of a Sweat Pea Chef for this wonderful recipe!
Enjoy!
Cindy
