Passover made from scratch
A frozen, fruity dessert
Prep Time
20 minutes
Freezer Time
4-6 hours
Serves
12
Love mango sorbet? You can use the same simple recipe to make a delicious, nondairy sorbet with almost any fruit you like! Whether you choose pineapple, cantaloupe, berries, or a mix of flavors, the key to a smooth, scoopable texture is in the perfect ratio of sugar and water in the simple syrup.
On occasion, I’ve even added almond or coconut milk for a creamier version—it’s a fun twist that works beautifully with fruits like peaches, strawberries, or bananas!
This refreshing frozen treat is ridiculously easy.Within 5 minutes of prepping your fruit, you’ll have a smooth, velvety sorbet—no ice cream maker needed!
A Sweet Passover Tradition
At the start of our Passover meals, my grandkids gather around the freezer, carefully choosing which sorbet flavor they want for dessert. They know the secret: taking it out early means it will be perfectly scoopable by the time we finish our meal. But there’s a catch—only those who eat dinner get this wonderful frozen treat! It’s become a beloved family tradition, and no one wants to miss out on that first, smooth bite of homemade sorbet.
Basic Three-Ingredient Sorbet Recipe
- 4 cups fresh fruit, peeled and chopped (e.g., mango, pineapple, cantaloupe, berries, etc.)
- ¾ cup water
- ¾ cup + 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (or lime juice, depending on the fruit)
Steps
1
Make a Simple Syrup
- In a small saucepan, heat water and sugar over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely, then remove from heat and let it cool.
2
Blend Everything Together
- In a blender or food processor, combine the fruit and lemon, lime or orange juice and half the simple syrup. Once the fruit is completely pureed, add the remaining cooled simple syrup and blend until completely smooth.
3
Freeze Until Firm
- Pour the mixture into a shallow, freezer-safe container. Freeze for 4-6 hours, stirring every hour for the first 3 hours to break up ice crystals.
4
Scoop and Enjoy!
- Let the sorbet sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before scooping for the best texture.
Tips for Customizing Your Sorbet
🍑 Want it creamier? Swap some of the water for almond milk or coconut milk for a richer texture.
🍋 Tart fruits (like raspberries or lemon)? Increase the sugar slightly to balance the flavor.
🍹 Make it into a slushie! Blend the frozen sorbet with a little sparkling water for a refreshing summer drink.
🥭 Mix and match flavors! Mango-pineapple, strawberry-banana, or even watermelon-lime are delicious combos.
Sorbet is one of the easiest desserts to make from scratch, and with just a few ingredients, you can create endless flavor combinations. Whether you keep it classic or get creative, this recipe is a Passover-friendly treat that’s light, refreshing, and naturally delicious.
Let’s keep Passover prep pure, simple, and full of flavor—one homemade recipe at a time!