Craving strawberry sorbet? This creamy version beats the classic!
Forget everything you know about classic sorbet—this creamy strawberry sorbet made in your Ninja Creami takes it to a whole new level! Just one taste, and you'll never settle for ordinary sorbet again.
I've really been enjoying sorbets lately, especially now that fresh fruits are popping up everywhere this spring and summer is just around the corner. Fewer ingredients and fewer calories make sorbets a refreshing treat that's easy to whip up with my Ninja Creami.
If you love sorbets, you'll enjoy Dole Whip and mango peach sorbet!
Recently, while experimenting with my Ninja Creami, I created an extra creamy version of my strawberry sorbet that instantly became our new favorite.
Most recipes use corn syrup, but my secret ingredient keeps it creamy without needing that extra sweetness!
Just one simple ingredient changed the game entirely!
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Why You'll Absolutely Love Creamier Version
- Easy to prepare with minimal ingredients.
- Sweetened naturally with just a bit of sugar.
- No pudding mix or gums—pure goodness!
- Dairy-free and gluten-free.
- Perfect creamy texture from just one special ingredient!
🛒Ingredients
- Fresh Strawberries: Fresh or frozen strawberries work perfectly to create vibrant flavor.
- White Sugar: Adds just enough sweetness while keeping the texture smooth.
- Tapioca Starch (or Cornstarch): This creates that perfect creamy texture without dairy or gums.
- Water: Just enough to blend smoothly and combine flavors.
See recipe card for quantities.
Substitutions
- Sweetener Alternatives: Substitute sugar with monk fruit, maple syrup or honey if preferred.
How to Make Creamy Strawberry Sorbet?
- Blend the Ingredients: Start by blending strawberries, sugar, and water in a blender or food processor until smooth.
- Heat the Mixture: Gently heat the blended mixture in a saucepan. Warm it without boiling. Stir in a slurry made from tapioca starch or cornstarch mixed with water, stirring continuously until slightly thickened.
- Freeze Overnight: Pour your mixture into a Ninja Creami pint container. Freeze on a level surface for 24 hours for best results.
- Spin to Creamy Perfection: Remove your pint from the freezer and spin using the sorbet setting on your Ninja Creami machine. If it's not creamy enough, simply respin once more.
- Serve and Enjoy: Scoop your creamy strawberry sorbet and enjoy immediately!
👪Serving Size
This recipe yields approximately 4 delicious servings, perfectly sized for the Ninja Creami Deluxe.
🌀Tools You’ll Need
- Blender: Makes mixing ingredients effortless.
- Ninja CREAMi Deluxe 11-in-1 Ice Cream & Frozen Treat Maker: The star of the show, perfect for creating creamy, smooth ice cream.
- Ninja Creami Pint Container: The pint container is essential for freezing and churning your ice cream mix.
Tips for Success
- Macerate strawberries by tossing them with sugar and allowing them to sit for about 30 minutes before blending. This enhances flavor and sweetness.
- If your sorbet turns crumbly, add 1-2 tablespoons water and respin until smooth.
- Before freezing, taste your mixture to ensure it’s slightly sweeter and more flavorful than you'd prefer since flavors dull slightly once frozen.
- Store leftover sorbet flattened to ensure easy respinning without damaging your Ninja Creami blades.
- Enjoy leftover sorbet by thawing slightly, microwaving using the ice cream setting, or respinning.
Ninja CREAMi FAQs
If your sorbet comes out watery, it's usually due to too much water content or not enough freezing time. Ensure proper freezing overnight and precise ingredient measurements.
Excessive freezing time or insufficient blending can cause rock-hard sorbet. Let it thaw slightly before respinning for the perfect creamy texture.
Traditional sorbet doesn't include milk, making it naturally dairy-free. For extra creaminess, dairy alternatives like almond or coconut milk can be added.
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Ninja Creami Creamy Strawberry Sorbet
Equipment
- Ninja CREAMi Deluxe 11-in-1 Ice Cream & Frozen Treat Maker
- Blender
- 24 oz Ninja Creami Pint Container
Ingredients
- 10 large Strawberries
- ¾ cup water
- ½ cup Granulated Sugar
Instructions
- Blend the Ingredients: Start by blending strawberries, sugar, and water in a blender or food processor until smooth.
- Heat the Mixture: Gently heat the blended mixture in a saucepan. Warm it without boiling. Stir in a slurry made from tapioca starch or cornstarch mixed with water, stirring continuously until slightly thickened.
- Freeze Overnight: Pour your mixture into a Ninja Creami pint container. Freeze on a level surface for 24 hours for best results.
- Spin to Creamy Perfection: Remove your pint from the freezer and spin using the sorbet setting on your Ninja Creami machine.
- Respin if Needed: If it's not creamy enough, simply respin once more.
- Serve and Enjoy: Scoop your creamy strawberry sorbet and enjoy immediately!
Notes
- Macerate strawberries by tossing them with sugar and allowing them to sit for about 30 minutes before blending. This enhances flavor and sweetness.
- If your sorbet turns crumbly, add 1-2 tablespoons of water and respin until smooth.
- Before freezing, taste your mixture to ensure it’s slightly sweeter and more flavorful than you'd prefer since flavors dull slightly once frozen.
- Store leftover sorbet flattened to ensure easy respinning without damaging your Ninja Creami blades.
- Enjoy leftover sorbet by thawing slightly, microwaving using the ice cream setting, or respinning.
Rose Sioson says
This one’s for the strawberry fans—it’s rich, creamy, and just sweet enough to feel like a treat. It has real sugar, but the texture is so smooth and satisfying. I hope you all enjoy it as much as we do—let me know if you give it a spin!