Healthy 3 Ingredient Blueberry Sorbet
Craving a treat? This healthy 3 ingredient blueberry sorbet is ready in less than 5 minutes - no freezing, cooking or ice cream maker required! Sweetened with just a bit of maple syrup, it’s low in added sugars and bursting with rich blueberry flavor.
Equipment
- High Speed Blender
Ingredients
- 3 cups frozen blueberries
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- Blend, starting at low speed and gradually moving up to medium high for 1-2 minutes until thoroughly blended and dark purple in colour. You’ll need to use the tamper. Don't overblend as the mixture will melt!
- Serve immediately or store in the freezer until ready to use. If frozen for more than a couple of hours, you will need to leave it at room temperature until soft enough to scoop, about 10-15 minutes.
Notes
Blueberry sorbet flavour variations
Once you know the basic formula for this 3 ingredient blueberry sorbet, there are so many different variations you can try!- Add 1 teaspoon (5 mL) pure vanilla extract for a "creamier" effect
- Try adding the zest of a lemon for a lemon-blueberry duo
- Add 2 tablespoon (30 mL) cocoa powder for a rich, dark chocolate blueberry vibe
- Ginger pairs well with blueberries - try 2 teaspoons (10 mL) grated ginger
- Replace the water with strong, cold chamomile tea or any other liquid you like for a different flavour
- Want to boost flavour even further? Add a tiny pinch of salt. Yes, salt! It won’t make it taste salty.