Five-Ingredient Mango Coconut Sorbet
A refreshing frozen sorbet blending sweet mango and creamy coconut, made with only five simple ingredients for a naturally tropical dessert. This caribbean-inspired desserts (vegan, gluten free) ready in about 10 minutes layers ripe mango chunks, coconut milk, lime juice into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 130 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 cups ripe mango chunks
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: In a blender, combine 3 cups ripe mango chunks, 1 cup coconut milk, 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp honey, and 1/4 tsp salt.
- Step 2: Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
- Step 3: Pour the mixture into a shallow metal pan and freeze for 1 hour.
- Step 4: After 1 hour, stir the partially frozen mixture vigorously with a fork to break up ice crystals, then return to freezer.
- Step 5: Repeat stirring every 30 minutes for 2 more hours until the sorbet is firm and scoopable.
- Step 6: Let sit at room temperature 5 minutes before serving for easy scooping.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Five-Ingredient Mango Coconut Sorbet take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Five-Ingredient Mango Coconut Sorbet?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Five-Ingredient Mango Coconut Sorbet?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Five-Ingredient Mango Coconut Sorbet for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Five-Ingredient Mango Coconut Sorbet vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
