Description
At its most basic level, a sorbet is a frozen dessert made from sweetened water with flavoring, typically fruit juice or fruit purée. What sets this particular recipe apart is the unique combination of textures and flavor profiles. The Dragonfruit Lychee Sorbet uses the flesh of the dragonfruit, specifically the red or pink variety, to achieve a neon-bright color that is entirely natural.
Ingredients
- 2 cups dragonfruit (pitaya) flesh, cubed (pink variety preferred for vibrant color)
- 1 cup canned or fresh lychees, peeled and pitted
- ½ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- ½ cup water (or lychee syrup from the can)
- Optional: mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the fruit:
- Scoop dragonfruit flesh and cut into cubes.
- Peel and pit lychees if using fresh.
- Blend the base:
- In a blender, combine dragonfruit, lychees, sugar, lime juice, and water/syrup.
- Blend until smooth and vibrant. Taste and adjust sweetness.
- Chill and churn:
- Refrigerate mixture for 1–2 hours.
- Pour into an ice cream maker and churn until thick and frozen.
- Freeze to set:
- Transfer sorbet to a container.
- Freeze for 3–4 hours until firm.
- Serve:
- Scoop into bowls or glasses.
- Garnish with mint leaves or extra lychee pieces.
Notes
This refreshing Dragonfruit Lychee Sorbet is a vibrant, tropical treat that’s dairy-free and bursting with exotic flavors—perfect for hot days or as a light palate cleanser! Garnish with fresh mint leaves, thin slices of dragonfruit, lychee fruit, or a sprinkle of toasted coconut for added texture and beauty. Serve in chilled bowls, as a topping for fresh fruit salad, or alongside coconut macaroons. For an adult twist, add a splash of prosecco or vodka to make floater cocktails—ideal for summer parties or dessert courses!
- Prep Time: 15minutes
- Cook Time: 0minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-churn
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2cup
- Calories: 110kcal
Keywords: Pink pitaya lychee frozen treat, Tropical dragon fruit sorbet, Homemade pitaya lychee ice, Vegan dragonfruit dessert