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    Vegan Raspberry Sorbet without Ice Cream Maker

    Published: Aug 20, 2021 · Modified: Dec 19, 2022 by Pinch of Parsley · This post may contain affiliate links · 9 Comments

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    This no churn raspberry sorbet is the ultimate summer treat! It's light, refreshing, flavorful, and can easily be made without an ice cream maker. Made with just 5 simple ingredients, homemade sorbet is naturally low in calories, gluten-free, and dairy-free!

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    Since going vegan a few years ago, raspberry sorbet has become my favorite frozen dessert so it's about time it hit the blog. It's creamy, tangy yet sweet, and a healthy-ish alternative to ice cream. This recipe is no different!

    I love this recipe because it's so simple and customizable. I know this recipe is a raspberry sorbet, but you can use just about any fresh fruit you love! Let's get cooled off, shall we?

    Ingredients

    This recipe only calls for handful of simple ingredients that you likely already have on hand:

    Ingredients for raspberry sorbet - raspberries, lemon, sugar, water, and vanilla
    • Raspberries: fresh, ripe raspberries are the heart and soul of this recipe. You can definitely use frozen raspberries but I think fresh works best! If you do use frozen, blend them first then see how much water you need, if any at all.
    • Water: only a little to give the raspberries something to blend into.
    • Sugar: sugar is necessary because it lowers the freezing point of water, ensuring that the sorbet does not freeze into an inedible ice cube. Also, raspberries are naturally quite tart in flavor, so this will help bring some sweetness to the sorbet. I highly recommend sticking to the amount of sugar noted here, as adding less will make your sorbet too icy while adding more could lead it to not freeze.
    • Lemon Juice: to enhance the raspberry flavor and bring out some of that tartness.

    Instructions

    If you've ever wondered how to make sorbet without an ice cream maker, HERE'S HOW! Because this no churn raspberry sorbet is made without an ice cream maker, it is a bit more time consuming (while still being super easy) but I promise it's totally worth it.

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    raspberry puree in a food processor
    raspberry puree being strained into a bowl
    Sugar being poured into raspberry puree
    Raspberry puree and sugar being whisked in a bowl
    A lemon being squeezed into raspberry puree in a bowl
    unfrozen sorbet in a cake pan
    frozen raspberry sorbet in a 9-inch cake pan
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    raspberry sorbet in a loaf pan
    1. To a food processor (recommended) or high-speed blender, add raspberries and water. Blend on high for 2 minutes or until fully puréed. There should be no chunks of raspberries left and will be pretty watery.
    2. Place a fine mesh strainer over a large bowl and pour the raspberry purée through. You may need to gently push/scrape the purée through the strainer using a rubber spatula. Discard the seeds.
    3. Add sugar, vanilla, and lemon juice to the strained purée and whisk until the sugar has fully dissolved.
    4. Pour into a shallow, non-stick 9-inch cake pan and freeze until solid. Depending on your freezer, it could take anywhere from 2-4 hours. I know it's super liquidy but do not worry, it will freeze!
    5. Once frozen, remove from your freezer. It will be pretty icy and crystallized at this point, similar to a granita, and not creamy and smooth like a traditional sorbet - that's okay, it will get there! Using a spoon, break the frozen mixture into large chunks. In two separate batches, put the broken pieces into the food processor and blend for 2-3 minutes or until creamy and smooth.
    6. Pour the sorbet into a loaf pan and freeze again until solid enough that it's scoopable (about 2 hours)!
    7. Serve in a bowl or on a cone and enjoy!

    Recipe Variations & Substitutions

    I love this no churn raspberry sorbet so much and truly think it is *chef's kiss* but feel free to try out these variations:

    Make this recipe refined sugar-free by using maple syrup instead of sugar. You could also make an entirely sugar-free raspberry sorbet by using sugar-free maple syrup or a sugar substitute like monk fruit sweetener. Please note this could alter the texture, flavor, and freezing time.

    Switch up the fruit! This recipe will work well with pretty much any fresh fruit. If you don't love raspberries, I recommend trying this out with fresh blackberries, strawberries, or mangoes instead.

    Add extra flavors to this sorbet by adding fresh mint leaves to turn this into a raspberry mint sorbet or cutting the amount of raspberries in half and adding another fruit in and turning it into a mango raspberry sorbet, for example!

    A scoop of raspberry sorbet in an ice cream scooper

    Expert Tips

    These are just a few easy tips to ensure your sorbet comes out perfectly!

    • Strain the sorbet before freezing it. Even if you don't use raspberries and are using a different berry, still do this! Leaving the seeds in totally takes away from the signature creaminess of a sorbet.
    • Make sure you're using the two different pans for the different freezing stages. They make a difference in how the sorbet freezes!
    • During the second freeze, I like to give the sorbet a stir halfway through to ensure no crystallization happens.

    FAQ

    What makes sorbet creamy?

    Fruit that are high in pectin, like berries, are high in viscosity. Meaning that their liquids when pureed are thicker, helping to make a nice and creamy sorbet.

    Is sorbet healthier than ice cream?

    In comparison to ice cream, sorbet does not use any milk or cream and is overall lower in calories and fat.

    Why is my sorbet too icy?

    The no-churn method can cause a sorbet to be too icy. Just be sure to freeze, break it up, blend it, and freeze again. Also, do your best to not change the amount of sugar, as lowering the amount could make it even icier.

    How long does homemade sorbet last?

    Store the sorbet in your freezer in an airtight container for up to 1 month.

    3 icecream cones topped with 2 scoops of raspberry sorbet each

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    No Churn Raspberry Sorbet

    Lauren Casolaro
    This no churn raspberry sorbet is the ultimate summer treat! It's light, refreshing, flavorful, and can easily be made without an ice cream maker. Made with just 5 simple ingredients, homemade sorbet is naturally low in calories, gluten-free, and dairy-free! 
    Prep Time 10 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Category Dessert
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings: 8 Servings
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    Equipment

    • Food Processor
    • Fine Mesh Strainer
    • 9 Inch Cake Pan
    • Loaf Pan

    Ingredients
     

    • 4 cups (490 g) fresh raspberries
    • 1 cup (240 g) water
    • 1 cup (200 g) sugar
    • 2 tablespoons (24 g) lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla

    Instructions

    • To a food processor, add raspberries and water. Blend on high for 2 minutes or until fully puréed.
      4 cups fresh raspberries, 1 cup water
    • Place a fine mesh strainer over a large bowl and pour the raspberry purée through. You may need to gently push/scrape the purée through the strainer using a rubber spatula. Discard the seeds.
    • Add sugar, vanilla, and lemon juice to the strained purée and whisk until the sugar has fully dissolved.
      1 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • Pour into a shallow, non-stick 9-inch cake pan and freeze until solid. Depending on your freezer, it could take anywhere from 2-4 hours. 
    • Once frozen, remove from your freezer. Using a spoon, break the frozen mixture into large chunks. In two separate batches, put the broken pieces into the food processor and blend for 2-3 minutes or until creamy and smooth.
    • Pour the sorbet into a loaf pan and freeze again until solid enough that it's scoopable (about 2 hours)!
    • Serve in a bowl or on a cone and enjoy! 

    Notes

    Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 month. 
    I do not recommend changing the amount of sugar. Lowering the amount will result in a very icy sorbet, while increasing it could cause it to not freeze.
    Nutritional values are estimates only. See our full nutrition disclosure here. 

    Nutrition Facts

    Serving: 0.5cup | Calories: 133kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.5g | Sodium: 2mg | Fiber: 4.5g | Sugar: 26g
    Keywords: no churn raspberry sorbet,raspberry sorbet,raspberry sorbet without ice cream maker
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    1. Marci

      October 06, 2022 at 9:18 pm

      Thank you for this recipe! I would like to serve it to a group of 16 at a dinner party. Can it be doubled successfully or is it better to make two separate batches? Please reply at your convenience. Thank you!

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      • Pinch of Parsley

        October 06, 2022 at 9:41 pm

        Yes, this can be doubled successfully! I hope you all enjoy! 🙂

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    2. Veronica Mason

      June 19, 2022 at 9:25 pm

      5 stars
      This worked out perfectly! I did it with fresh strawberries and am thrilled with the results. I love that it didn't take any fancy equipment and I could use what I had in my little kitchen. It's perfect for a gluten free and dairy free dessert too! Definite 5 stars!🤩

      Reply
      • Pinch of Parsley

        June 23, 2022 at 10:40 am

        Ahh!!! Thank you so so much Veronica! I'm so glad you loved it and found this recipe easy to make!

        Reply
    3. Paige

      January 22, 2022 at 10:23 am

      5 stars
      I am notorious for buying fresh fruit and then rushing to eat it all before it goes bad. I love that this recipe allows me to reduce waste and turn it into a yummy dessert! I've tried this recipe with raspberries and mango - each time it was light and refreshing year-round treat. Next time, I want to mix and match some flavors!

      Reply
      • Pinch of Parsley

        January 23, 2022 at 5:48 pm

        Thank you so much Paige! Glad it worked well with the mangoes 🙂

        Reply
    4. Lauren

      January 11, 2022 at 4:18 pm

      5 stars
      oh my god. this is the best sorbet I've ever had and can't believe I easily made it in my little kitchen.

      Reply
    5. Jess

      August 28, 2021 at 2:18 pm

      5 stars
      This sorbet was AMAZING. I didn't have any raspberries so I used blackberries and OH MA GOODNESS it was phenomenal.

      Reply
      • Pinch of Parsley

        August 28, 2021 at 2:21 pm

        Yay!!! Thanks so much Jess, I'm so glad it worked out with blackberries 🙂

        Reply

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