3-Ingredient Watermelon Sorbet
Ultra-creamy watermelon sorbet made with just three simple ingredients and no ice cream maker required. Perfect for hot summer days when you want something refreshing and naturally sweet.
Equipment
- High-speed blender or food processor
- Measuring cups
- Airtight container
Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen watermelon cubes seedless
- ½ cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons honey more or less, to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Watermelon: Cut a seedless watermelon into roughly 1-inch cubes. Lay the cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 4 hours (or overnight).
- Blend: Add the frozen watermelon cubes to a high-speed blender or food processor. Pour in the orange juice and drizzle the honey over the top.
- Process: Pulse on low to break up the large ice chunks. Once the watermelon starts to break down, switch to a steady "blend" setting. Scrape down the sides as needed. Continue blending until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy—about 1–2 minutes total.
- Adjust Sweetness & Texture: Taste the sorbet. If you prefer it a bit sweeter, add up to 1 additional tablespoon of honey and pulse briefly. If the texture is too thick to blend, add 1 tablespoon more orange juice at a time until it moves freely but remains firm.
- Serve or Freeze: For a soft-serve consistency, scoop immediately into bowls or cups and enjoy. For a firmer scoopable sorbet, transfer the blended mixture into an airtight container, smooth the top, and freeze for 1–2 more hours.
Notes
Freeze Efficiently: Portion watermelon cubes into freezer-safe bags so you can grab just what you need.
Make in Batches: The sorbet can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Let it sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before scooping if it's very firm.
Choose Sweet Watermelon: The better your watermelon tastes fresh, the better your sorbet will be.
Make in Batches: The sorbet can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Let it sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before scooping if it's very firm.
Choose Sweet Watermelon: The better your watermelon tastes fresh, the better your sorbet will be.
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