This vibrant and refreshing mango sorbet with mint is the perfect summer treat! Made with just a few simple ingredients, this recipe is surprisingly easy to follow, even for beginners. The bright, tropical flavors of mango are beautifully balanced by the cool, minty notes, creating a dessert that is both delicious and incredibly satisfying. The best part is how versatile this is – you can adjust the sweetness and mint to your personal preference, making it a truly customizable dessert.
My grandma used to make this sorbet every summer, and it brings back so many happy childhood memories. Her garden was filled with the most fragrant mint, and she always had a surplus of juicy mangoes – those summers were magical. I've tried to capture her recipe's essence in this blog post, hoping that it can bring some similar joy to your kitchen!
Required Equipments
- Blender
- Ice Cream Maker
- Fine-mesh sieve
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
Mango-Sorbet-with-Mint
A simple, refreshing, and incredibly delicious mango sorbet recipe, perfect for a hot summer day. The subtle mint adds a delightful twist to the classic tropical dessert.
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield: 2 servings
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
- First things first, get your mangoes ready! Wash those beauties thoroughly and peel them. Then, cut them into chunks, removing the pits. If you're anything like me, you'll end up with mango juice all over your hands – don't worry, it's a delicious problem to have!
- Next up is blending! Throw your mango chunks into a blender and whiz them until you get a smooth, creamy puree. Strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve if you want to get rid of any pesky fibers. I usually skip this step, but hey, you do you!
- Now for the fun part – the mint! Finely chop about 1/4 cup of fresh mint leaves. Make sure it's super finely chopped; no one wants giant mint leaves in their sorbet. A quick tip: try adding a pinch of sugar with the mint, this helps release the flavor and it also prevents the mint from tasting bitter!
- Now, combine your mango puree with the chopped mint, sugar, and lime juice in a large bowl. Give it a good mix until everything is incorporated, and the sugar is dissolved. Taste it – you're the ultimate judge, if you need more sugar, add it! Remember, everyone has different taste buds!
- Pop your mixture into an ice cream maker and follow the manufacturer's instructions. This usually takes about 20-30 minutes, but keep an eye on it to make sure it reaches the perfect consistency – you want a smooth, slightly soft serve consistency, not a solid block of ice!
- Once your sorbet is ready, scoop it into an airtight container and pop it into the freezer for at least a couple of hours to harden up. I generally put it in there for at least 4 hours, but overnight is my fave method, it tastes the best!
- When you're ready to serve, let the sorbet sit at room temperature for about 5-10 minutes to soften it slightly before scooping and serving. Garnish with a few fresh mint leaves – because presentation matters, folks! I often make a big deal about this final step; it's all about the little details, right?
📝 Notes
- Adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more or less sugar.
- For a smoother sorbet, you can strain the mango puree through a fine-mesh sieve.
- If your mangoes are less ripe, add more sugar to balance the tartness.
- Don't over-blend the mangoes, or you'll risk overheating the puree and ending up with a watery sorbet. This is one of those little things that only experience can teach us, so don't worry if you make a slight mistake, it's still delicious!
🍎 Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal
Protein: 1g
Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Calcium: 20mg
