This simple dessert tastes like a dream. Easy pineapple sorbet is a quick and delicious treat to cool you down and delight your taste buds. It only takes a couple of minutes to make, too, so what are you waiting for?
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Creamy: The indulgently creamy texture will have you scooping up every last spoonful.
- Vegan: Sorbet means it’s dairy-free, so everyone can enjoy it!
- No special equipment: You don’t need an ice cream machine, Ninja Creami, or anything like that.
- Refreshing: That bright and cheerful pineapple taste in a creamy, frozen format is just what you need to make any hot day better.
Nutrition For Mental Wellbeing
Pineapple is an excellent source of antioxidants, vitamin C, manganese, and copper. It is also a good source of vitamin B6 and thiamine. Pineapple also contains small amounts of folate, potassium, magnesium, niacin, riboflavin, iron, and pantothenic acid.
Pineapples also contain a group of digestive enzymes called bromelain. An animal study found that rats that consumed bromelain showed a significant decrease in oxidative stress markers and the stress hormone cortisol.
Ingredients + Notes
Technically, there are four ingredients if you count the water. This healthy pineapple sorbet can be made with ingredients you might already have right now in your home.
- Pineapple: Fresh or even frozen pineapple is the primary flavor.
- Maple Syrup: I always choose maple syrup to add sweetness in a natural way that combines seamlessly with the other ingredients.
Substitutions + Variations
Need to substitute and make some changes? Here are some quick tips:
- Juice: You could use pineapple juice or another juice to add even more fruity flavor. Just make sure it’s 100% natural and not loaded with added sugar.
- Pineapple Chunks: If you don’t know how to peel and core a whole pineapple (or you just plain don’t want to), you can use pineapple chunks or even frozen pineapple. You can also throw some pineapple chunks into the mix after it is blended to add some texture.
- Sweetener: My go-to for these kinds of recipes is always maple syrup because it blends perfectly. Agave nectar is another great option, or for a sugar-free option, liquid stevia.
- Coconut Milk: Instead of water, coconut milk can add a bit more creamy complexity, plus a fantastic hint of coconuts.
How To Make Homemade Pineapple Sorbet
Take these three simple steps and you’ll be on your way to enjoying delicious fresh pineapple sorbet at home without all the additives!
- Add pineapple, banana, water, and maple syrup into a food processor and blend for 60+ seconds until smooth.
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- Scoop into a freezer-safe dish and freeze for 5 hours or until frozen.
- Soften at room temp for 10-15 minutes and scoop into bowls.
Servings Ideas
This divine pineapple sorbet is a great summer treat for snack time, dessert, or when paired with a meal. Here are some suggestions for how to pair it.
- Sides: Pineapple sorbet is amazing with a fresh fruit salad such as this Melon Salad or Fattoush Salad.
- Mains: Serve for a soothing dessert after a filling meal of Sloppy Joes or the Best Vegan Chickpea Burger.
- Drinks: Enjoy with some refreshing Lemon Water or Strawberry Lime Water.
Storage Tips
Pineapple sorbet should be kept in an airtight, freezer-safe container to keep it fresh. Since it’s homemade, you’ll want to finish it off within 2-3 weeks to get the best flavors.
FAQ
In this recipe, the banana gives this sorbet a creamy texture. If you add coconut milk too, you’ll enjoy an even creamier, dreamier treat!
Most pineapple sorbet recipes are made with fresh pineapple, sugar, and water or juice. Since added sugar isn’t ideal, my recipe relies on a smidge of natural maple syrup to sweeten things up. It also includes bananas for an extra-indulgent creaminess.
There is one key difference between sherbet and sorbet, and that is dairy. Sherbet traditionally uses milk, cream, or buttermilk to give it a creamy texture, and sometimes, may also include eggs or gelatin. Sorbet is usually vegan, though some brands may add ingredients that are not vegan-friendly. With my recipe, you can count on a fully vegan pineapple sorbet that is easy, delicious, and nutritious.
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Recipe
Pineapple Sorbet
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pineapple, peeled and cored (or 4 cups frozen pineapple)
- 2 ripe bananas, peeled
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Instructions
- Add pineapple, banana, water, and maple syrup into a food processor and blend for 60+ seconds until smooth.
- Scoop into a freezer-safe dish and freeze for 4 hours or until frozen.
- Soften at room temp for 10-15 minutes and scoop into bowls.
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Reference
Parasuraman, R., Jayamurali, D., Manoharan, N., & Govindarajulu, S. N. (2023). Effect of Bromelain on Chronic Unpredictable Stress-induced Behavioral, Biochemical, and Monoamine Changes in Wistar Albino Rat Model of Depression. Protein and peptide letters, 30(5), 411–426. https://doi.org/10.2174/0929866530666230419093531
Easy and delicious!
Thanks so much!
This was perfect.
Wonderful!
Such a simple recipe but so refreshing.
Agree!