Bright, Refreshing, and Naturally Sweet Blueberry Sorbet

When the sun is blazing and you’re craving something icy and sweet without the guilt, this homemade blueberry sorbet is your go-to treat. Bursting with antioxidant-rich blueberries and made with just a handful of natural ingredients, this sorbet is not only easy to prepare but also dairy-free and absolutely refreshing. It’s the perfect way to showcase summer berries at their best! I love yoghurt, and if I could take it every day I really would. And what better way to make yoghurt even more delicious, not that it needs any more deliciousness. I've always wanted to try making frozen yoghurt, and even though it is still cold here in Nairobi, I can't help in indulge in one or two frozen treats. That's how far my love for frozen treats goes, I would eat ice cream while it is raining! I made homemade cookies and cream ice cream, my all-time favorite ice cream flavor! 

Now, back to today's recipe. Sorbet is a combination of yoghurt and your favorite fruits. You can choose to use one fruit or even use a combination of two or more fruits. Today I decided to go with blueberries. Not only are they full of nutrients and healthy benefits, but I do love the purple color that they usually have when you blend or even cook with them. With only three ingredients, you get a delicious frozen dessert that you can enjoy during the summer days. This recipe serves up to 3 people, but if you are like me, you can just devour half of it. Especially sitting at the balcony legs on a stool, drinking in the Nairobi sun, watching the neighborhood life sizzle by. Trust me, this blueberry sorbet treat is that good!

INGREDIENTS

4 Cups frozen Blueberries

2 Cups Plain Yoghurt

3-4 Tablespoons Honey

METHOD

Pour the frozen blueberries in a high powered blender or food processor

Pour in the plain yoghurt

Add in the honey

All the ingredients ready to be blended

Blend the mixture to smooth consistency, use spatula to scrape the sides so that everything is blended evenly

Do not blend too long or the sorbet will start to melt

Pour in a container, cover the top of the  container with cling film pressed into the sorbet, this is to prevent crystals from forming on top. Freeze 6 hours or overnight

Once the blueberry sorbet has set and frozen well, use an ice cream scoop to serve the treat in individual bowls. 

BLUEBERRY SORBET 

Recipe by Mulunga Alukwe

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: Freeze 6 hours
Total time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Yield: 1 litre Tub
Ingredients

• 4 Cups Frozen Blueberries
• 2 Cups Plain Yoghurt
• 3-4 Tablespoons Honey

Cooking Directions

1. Add frozen blueberries, yoghurt and honey in a blender
2. Blend until smooth but not too long so that the frozen yoghurt does not melt
3. Pour the frozen blue berry yoghurt in a freezable container, cover with cling film to prevent crystals forming at the top
4. Freeze the blueberry sorbet for 6 hours or overnight

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Blueberry Sorbet

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What ingredients do I need?
Typically just fresh or frozen blueberries, sugar (or sweetener), lemon juice, and water.

Q2: Can I use frozen blueberries?
Yes! Frozen blueberries work great and give the sorbet a nice texture.

Q3: How do I make it without an ice cream machine?
Blend the ingredients until smooth, freeze in a shallow container, and stir every 30 minutes until firm for best texture.

Q4: Can I reduce the sugar?
Yes, but reducing sugar too much might affect texture and sweetness. Try natural sweeteners like honey or agave syrup if preferred.

Q5: Is blueberry sorbet dairy-free?
Yes, sorbet contains no dairy, making it suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.

Q6: How long does it keep?
Store in a sealed container in the freezer for up to 1 week for best taste and texture.

🧾 Nutrition Card (Per 1/2 cup serving)

Nutrient	Amount	Notes
Calories	90 kcal	Low-calorie frozen treat
Total Fat	0 g	No fat content
Saturated Fat	0 g	None
Carbohydrates	22 g	Mostly from natural sugars and added sweetener
Sugars	18 g	Natural blueberry sugars + added sweetener
Protein	0.5 g	Minimal protein from fruit
Fiber	2 g	Good fiber content from blueberries
Sodium	0 mg	No added sodium

Dietary Information

Category	Suitable?	Notes
Vegetarian	✅ Yes	Fruit-based, no animal products
Vegan	✅ Yes	No dairy or animal ingredients
Gluten-Free	✅ Yes	Naturally gluten-free
Dairy-Free	✅ Yes	No dairy included
Low-Carb/Keto	⚠️ No	Contains sugar; not suitable for strict keto
Paleo	✅ Yes	Made with natural ingredients

📝 Notes:

• For a tart flavor, increase lemon juice slightly.
• Adjust sweetness to taste based on blueberry ripeness.
• Use organic blueberries for best flavor and nutrition.
• Great as a refreshing, light dessert on hot days.
• To make it extra smooth, strain the blended mixture before freezing.

Please note that these values are estimates and can vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes used. For precise nutritional information, consider using a nutrition calculator with exact ingredient measurements.