Easy 1-Ingredient Tangerine Sorbet Recipe ( No Sugar Added)

This tangerine sorbet recipe blew me away. I used just one ingredient — fresh frozen tangerine segments — to whip up a dairy-free, sugar-free treat in just one minute. It was absolutely (surprisingly) delicious. It tasted just like the homemade Italian water ice that we get in the summer from a local stand.

Why You’ll Love This One-Ingredient Tangerine Sorbet

• Healthy & refreshing – no added sugar, no dairy (unless you top with chocolate shavings)

• Fast & easy – all you need is a food processor. or high speed blender such as a Vitamix.

• Kid-friendly – a fun, colorful dessert without processed or artificial ingredients that can be whipped in minutes.

• Naturally dairy-free & gluten-free – perfect for any diet.

This simple citrusy sorbet whip tastes as good as it looks — smooth, fragrant, and bursting with natural tangerine flavor.

How to Make Tangerine Sorbet 

Ingredients

• Tangerines (as many as you’d like; I used 6 medium tangerines which made 5 scoops)

Instructions

1. Peel and segment the tangerines. Remove any pith and separate into individual segments.

2. Freeze the segments. Lay segments in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid (or lay flat in a freezer baggy if your freezer is small). Freeze overnight.

3. Blend until creamy. Transfer frozen segments to a food processor or a high-speed blender may work. Pulse multiple times, scrape down the sides, and then blend until smooth and sorbet-like (about 1–2 minutes until it becomes a smooth creamy texture).

4. Serve or store. It's always best served immediately for soft-serve texture, but you can place in a freezer-safe container and freeze 30–60 minutes for a firmer scoop. 

   
   

   

   I spread them out flat in a baggy to freeze the segments

• Tips for the Best Tangerine Sorbet

  • Choose ripe, sweet tangerines for the best flavor.

  • No food processor? Try a high-speed blender 

  • For a gourmet twist, add orange zest, mint, or dark chocolate shavings before serving. If you tangerines are not real sweet, add a teaspoon of stevia powder or sugar of your choice.

    

    I added he frozen segments to the food processor

    
    
    

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  FAQs About Tangerine Sorbet

  Can I use other citrus fruits?
  Yes! Oranges, mandarins, and clementines also make delicious sorbet or did it used to be called sherbet? 

  How long does it last?
  Store in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 week. Let it sit on the counter for a few minutes before scooping.

  
  
  
  
  

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  My Notes: 

  1. This easy tangerine sorbet recipe is a perfect treat - indulgent without the guilt. No sugar, no artificial colors, or preservatives.  

  2. OMG! After making tangerine sorbet, I realized I can probably do this with any frozen fruit. I have frozen blueberries and will give it a try!! I'll let you know if it works the same.

  3. So now you know that you can freeze citrus fruit- who knew??

  4. Looking for a dessert for Halloween? This easy tangerine sorbet or sherbet is orange!! Just saying

  Looking for an easy gluten-free, dairy free dessert? This is it!!