Apparently, not all desserts have to be full of brown butter or drenched in white chocolate! Who knew? This strawberry banana sorbet recipe is here for you when you're in the mood for something sweet, but nothing heavy. In fact, I'd go so far as to say this sorbet is downright healthy.
Healthy?
Yeah, I said it! It has no dairy, no refined sugars, and its strawberries and bananas are full of nutrients:
- Strawberries are an excellent source of vitamin C. Plus, their antioxidants have heart health and blood sugar benefits, and may decrease cancer risk.
- Bananas are full of vitamin B6 and potassium, and can help maintain a healthy heart and control high blood pressure. They can also boost your energy and aid digestion!
So, really, it's kind of irresponsible not to make this sorbet.
But seriously, folks, the best reason to try this sorbet is how easy it is. I know I say that about a lot of my recipes, but it's not everyday you find a recipe with only three ingredients and just a few steps. This sorbet comes together in a flash with only:
- Strawberry-banana frozen fruit blend
- Lemon juice
- Agave nectar (or you can substitute honey, which is a non-vegan option)
And that's it! In fact, here's a secret: if you don't have frozen strawberry-banana fruit blend, any frozen fruit or combination of frozen fruit would work well too! I've tried this sorbet with a tropical fruit blend (strawberries, pineapple, mango, and banana) and with just mangoes! It's such a versatile recipe.
Right now, you probably have some, if not all, of these ingredients on hand already! You may be a few steps away from refreshing, healthy fruit sorbet and you didn't even know it!
How to make this strawberry banana sorbet
First off, you don't need an ice cream maker!
What you will need is a blender. The kind that can crush ice pretty well, since you'll be putting frozen fruit in it. Most current blenders on the market should work fine -- I use a NutriBullet.
Once you have your blender ready, all you'll have to do is combine all three ingredients and blend! That's it! Once everything is smooth, you'll put it in a container and back in the freezer to firm up. And you're done! Is this the easiest recipe ever?
Give this strawberry banana sorbet a try and you'll see how easy it is to have a quick summertime dessert that's actually healthy!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb strawberry-banana frozen fruit blend - weighed frozen
- 3 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ⅓ cup agave nectar - or natural sugar of your choice, plus more to taste
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in blender and purée until smooth, pulsing to break up frozen fruit.
- Taste and add more agave if you like, then blend again to combine.
- Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 3 hours or until solid.
- Allow to sit out on counter about 10 minutes prior to serving.
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Last Updated on March 17, 2021 by Chenée Lewis
Steph
Can you use fresh fruit or does it have to be frozen?
Chenée Lewis
I haven't tried this with fresh fruit, but I imagine that would work fine!
Lisa
I used lime juice instead of lemon, and they were so delicious! A wonderful treat for a summer day. Thanks for the recipe!
Chenée Lewis
Lime juice sounds delicious!! I'm glad you enjoyed it! 🙂
Emma Harrel
I really want to try this, I've not made sorbet before and this actually looks quite simple, not like ice cream! Strawberry and banana really is a delicious flavour combo!
Nathalia
OMG, this looks so easy and amazing! Perfect as a healthy treat as it starts getting warmer.
Chenée Today
Thanks!! I love cooling off with it in the summer!
Krysten @ cookswithsoul
My kids love this strawberry sorbet! It's so easy to make. We make it every time we get strawberries on sale. So good!
Chenée Today
Thanks!! It's so kid-friendly!
Christy Irene
How timely is this. With the kids in the house I have been looking for something to give them that is healthy and that they would enjoy.
Chenée Today
This sorbet is definitely great for kids! Thanks so much.
Jazz
Your recipe card makes it so easy to get this recipe right. Thank you!
Chenée Today
Thank you I'm glad it worked out for you 🙂
Eden
This was perfect, we just entered the hot season here! It's so refreshing.
Chenée Today
Thanks!! Yeah once the weather gets hot there's nothing better than some cool, smooth sorbet.
Immaculate Ruému
Love a healthy, fuss-free treat that is just as delicious!
Chenée Today
Me too!! And this is one of my faves 🙂
Katrina Adams
I love sorbet so I can’t wait to try it!!
Chenée Today
Me too! It's so easy 🙂
Desirée
Loooove sorbet! Can't wait to try this!
Chenée Today
Thanks!! I hope you like it!
Marta
Not only does this look light and refreshing, it's easy to make? This is definitely going into heavy rotation in my house!
Chenée Today
Definitely in heavy rotation in mine too!! I hope you enjoy! 🙂
Maxine
This is definitely something i am trying
Chenée
Great! I hope you love it!