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    Author: Donna | Published: Mar 22, 2022 | Modified: Mar 23, 2022

    No-Churn 4 Ingredient Strawberry Sherbet

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    4 ingredient strawberry sorbet

    Fresh in-season strawberries are perfectly sweet in this simple 4 ingredient no-churn strawberry sherbet recipe. Perfect for dessert on a hot day, as an afternoon snack, or when that sweet tooth craving kicks in. What makes it even better is that no ice cream machine is needed. Make a batch and keep stored in the freezer until it is needed.

    vegan. dairy-free. gluten-free. naturally sweetened.

    lots of scoops of strawberry sorbet in a glass ice cream container
    Allow sherbet to thaw slightly for easier scooping.

    Ingredients For Sugar -Free Strawberry Sherbet

    Simple wholesome ingredients make this a frozen treat that can be whipped up any time that sweet craving kicks in.

    For this easy recipe you are going to need:

    • ripe strawberries: the more ripe a strawberry is, the sweeter it becomes. Pick strawberries in the peak of strawberry season for the best results;
    • frozen bananas: instead of whipping up that loaf of banana bread next time you have a bunch of bananas ripening too quickly on the bench, cut them into chunks and freeze them for a batch of this sherbet, or to throw into smoothies etc
    • maple syrup: look for pure maple syrup, not maple-flavored syrup. You can also sub with another liquid sweetener of choice, such as agave syrup, or raw honey if prefered;
    • almond milk: why not make your own using this recipe: thick and creamy homemade nut milk, or sub in another plant-based, or dairy-based whole milk of choice.

    Optional extras to switch things up in this easy dessert include vanilla extract, crushed freeze-dried strawberries for an extra pop of flavor, chopped white chocolate chips, a splash of pineapple juice, fresh lime juice, fresh lemon juice, chopped lemon, or any other add-in to suit your fancy.

    I use a small amount of maple syrup as I find there is enough of a sweet flavor from the fruit, but feel free to add more if you like it sweeter.

    overhead ingredient shot of ingredients needed for a no churn strawberry sorbet
    Only a handful of simple ingredients are needed.

    How To Make Without An ice Cream Maker

    The thing I love most about this easy strawberry sherbet is the fact that no ice cream maker is needed.

    You are going to need a food processor, and a freezer-safe container for storage and that's it.

    Too easy.

    Simply add all of the ingredients to the jug of a food processor and process until completely smooth, with no chunks or bits of fruit.

    Transfer to an appropriate container and store in the freezer for a couple of hours to firm everything up.

    Serve and enjoy.

    Remove the sherbet mixture from the freezer about 5 minutes before serving for easier scooping.

    • overhead shot of strawberries in a blender jug
      (1) add ingredients to blender.
    • overhead shot of blended strawberries in a blender jug
      (2) blend until smooth
    • blended strawberries in a glass ice cream container
      (3) pour into freezer-safe container
    • blended frozen strawberries in a glass ice cream container
      (4) freeze until solid

    Storing Strawberry Banana Sherbet

    Keep the sorbet mixture stored in the freezer in a proper freezer container until needed.

    Be sure to remove from the freezer at least 5 minutes before serving to make the sherbet easier to scoop.

    Leftover sherbet should keep in the freezer for about one month.

    After this time the consistency of the sherbet may change and become too icy and unappealing.

    Tip: Be sure to store in an airtight container in the freezer so that the ice cream does not take on other smells from items stored in there.

    Overhead shot of strawberry ice cream in a glass container with a scoop of ice cream in an ice cream scoop
    Allow to thaw slightly before serving for easier scooping.

    Tips, Tricks and Substitutions

    Strawberries

    Hull the strawberries by using a reusable straw to push through the strawberry from the bottom.

    If you do not have a reusable straw you can simply use a knife to hull the strawberries and use the off-cuts to make some strawberry flavored water.

    To send this recipe over the edge, instead of using the fresh fruit, why not use easy-baked strawberries to add an intense sweetness.

    You could also use a fruit puree if strawberries are not in season.

    Adding a little lemon juice really brings out the strawberry flavor, and also helps to preserve the color of the banana, so think about adding a little squeeze.

    Almond Milk

    If you do not need this recipe to be vegan you could substitute some heavy cream in place of the milk to give it a more luxurious and creamy texture.

    Overhead shot of strawberry sherbet in a glass container with a scoop of ice cream in an ice cream scoop, there are 2 waffle cones and some fresh strawberries on the side

    Serving Suggestions

    Serve homemade sherbet any way you would serve any other ice cream or sorbet.

    Why not try out some of these fun suggestions:

    • use a scoop in this strawberry milkshake recipe with real strawberries in place of the vanilla ice cream
    • scoop sherbet into a waffle cone or sugar cone
    • serve in a bowl topped with some fresh berries
    • serve up with a scoop of no churn homemade peach ice cream for a fun color and flavor combination.

    Sprinkles are always a good idea too.

    overhead shot of small glass bowl of ice cream with a container of ice cream in the background and some fresh strawberries and waffle cones in the background
    Keep stored in a freezer-safe container until ready to serve.

    Need More Strawberry Treats?

    We love using fresh in-season strawberries in our baking and sweets.

    Try some of these recipes next:

    • Dark Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cheesecake Bites
    • Baked Strawberry Crumble in Mini Mason Jars
    • Naturally Sweetened Strawberry Rhubarb Compote
    Single scoop of strawberry sorbet in a waffle cone with a bowl of sorbet beside it and some fresh strawberries
    Serve in a bowl or in a waffle cone.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I use frozen strawberries?

    Yes.
    However, the resulting sherbet will be less creamy than using fresh ripe strawberries.

    How long does strawberry sherbet last?

    This will last for about one month in the freezer, after which time the consistency of the sherbet may change, become icier, and less appealing.

    If you loved this delicious dessert or have a question then be sure to leave a 5-star rating on the recipe card or leave a comment below.

    Happy Eating.

    xx

    Recipe

    4 ingredient strawberry sorbet

    No Churn Strawberry Sherbet

    Fresh in-season strawberries are perfectly sweet in this simple 4 ingredient strawberry sherbet recipe. Perfect for dessert, as an afternoon snack, or when that sweet tooth craving kicks in. Make a batch and keep stored in the freezer until it is needed.
    5 from 18 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Freezing Time 3 hrs
    Total Time 3 hrs 10 mins
    Course Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 serves
    Calories 107 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 bananas frozen
    • ½ cup almond milk
    • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
    • 1 pound (about 500g) fresh ripe strawberries washed and quartered
    • pinch of salt
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    Instructions
     

    • Chop the frozen bananas if they aren't already chopped
    • Add the frozen bananas, almond milk, maple syrup, strawberries, and a small pinch of salt to a high-speed blender and blend until completely smooth.
    • Transfer to a freezer-safe container. Cover and freeze for at least 3 hours, or until completely frozen.
    • Remove from the freezer and allow to thaw slightly (about 5 minutes) before serving.

    Notes

    Storage
    Store in a freezer-safe container in the freezer for about one month.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 107kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 43mgPotassium: 396mgFiber: 4gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 51IUVitamin C: 72mgCalcium: 64mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword strawberry dessert recipes, strawberry sherbet
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    The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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    Comments

    1. Suzy says

      April 22, 2022 at 11:35 am

      Can 1% milk be used?

      Reply
      • Donna says

        April 26, 2022 at 1:59 pm

        It might be a little less creamy but it should work just fine!

        Reply
    2. Rupali says

      March 30, 2022 at 11:27 pm

      So creamy and pretty looking! Perfect summer treat

      Reply
    3. Susannah Brinkley Henry says

      March 30, 2022 at 5:19 am

      This turned out so well! I love that rosy color. No one believed it only had 4 ingredients.

      Reply
    4. Mandy Applegate says

      March 28, 2022 at 10:14 pm

      Oh my goodness, this strawberry sherbert was to die for - absolutely delicious!

      Reply
    5. Eileen Kelly says

      March 27, 2022 at 12:32 pm

      I am always looking for dairy-free treats that are delicious, this sherbert delivered. We just loved the flavor and it was so easy to prepare.

      Reply
      • Donna says

        March 28, 2022 at 10:49 am

        Glad you enjoyed!

        Reply
    6. Angela says

      March 25, 2022 at 3:33 am

      Delicious and so easy to make!

      Reply
    7. Anne says

      March 25, 2022 at 1:10 am

      This is so creamy and refreshing!

      Reply
    8. Sherry says

      March 25, 2022 at 12:27 am

      I had all the ingredients to make your sherbet recipe so I decided to give it a try. This recipe was so easy to make and my family loved it!!

      Reply
      • Donna says

        March 28, 2022 at 10:49 am

        Yay!

        Reply
    9. Jennifer says

      March 24, 2022 at 11:56 pm

      This is creamy and delicious and I love that it's dairy-free!

      Reply
    10. Linda says

      March 24, 2022 at 4:05 pm

      Now this is my fave frozen treat - easy, no-bake, and refreshingly good!

      Reply
    11. Rachel says

      March 24, 2022 at 6:49 am

      The second I put this in my mouth I knew this would become a new summer staple for us. So refreshing and good. Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
    12. Lynn Polito says

      March 24, 2022 at 3:48 am

      My kids loved this recipe! So delicious!

      Reply

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