NINJA CREAMI BLOOD ORANGE SORBET

Difficulty : Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

5

minutes
Calories

200

calories
Total time

24

hours 

5

minutes

immerse yourself in the sunny world of blood orange sorbet, an explosion of vibrant flavors that will awaken your senses with every bite. Blood oranges, characterized by their intense red pulp, bring a bold dimension to this frozen dessert. Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, these dynamic citrus fruits add a nutritious touch to the sweetness of sorbet. Harvested primarily in winter, blood oranges offer seasonal freshness that contrasts beautifully with summer heat. Simple to make, this sorbet takes you on a Mediterranean taste journey, capturing the juicy and tangy splendor of blood oranges for a most delectable frozen experience.

Ingredients

  • 4 blood oranges
    1/2 cup granulated sugar
    1/2 cup water
    1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
    3 shots orange juice

Instructions

  • Start by squeezing the blood oranges to make about 1 1/2 cups of juice. Remove the seeds.
  • In a saucepan, mix the sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
  • Mix the sugar syrup, blood orange juice and lemon juice in a bowl.
  • Pour the mixture into your Ninja Creami container.
  •  Leave to freeze for 24 hours.
  • Mix with the Sorbet option. Once the cycle is complete, open the lid and add the 2 shots of agave syrup and run a re-spin cycle until you obtain a creamy texture. ninja creami blood orange sorbet (1)

Notes

  • You can adjust the amount of sugar based on the sweetness of the blood oranges and your personal preference.
  • To fully savor blood orange sorbet, here are some tasting suggestions:
  • - Natural and Refreshing : Enjoy a portion of blood orange sorbet alone to fully appreciate the liveliness of its flavors and its icy texture.
    - Embellished with Orange Zest : Add a pinch of fresh orange zest to the sorbet to intensify the aroma and bring an extra touch of freshness. - In a Mimosa Cup: Serve balls of blood orange sorbet in a glass of champagne or sparkling wine for a gourmet variation of the Mimosa cocktail. - Accompanied by Fresh Fruits: Accompany the sorbet with wedges of fresh blood oranges or other seasonal fruits for an explosion of varied flavors. - As a Frozen Sandwich: Place a spoonful of sorbet between two cookies or shortbread to create a delicious and fun ice cream sandwich. - In Granita : Transform the sorbet into granita by scraping it with a fork after freezing for a unique crystalline texture.
  • Since we all have different taste preferences, some prefer sweeter ice creams while others enjoy them less sweet. To ensure that your ice cream is to your liking, do not hesitate to taste your preparation before placing it in the freezer with your Ninja Creami. This way, you can adjust the ingredients to get the perfect flavor that matches your taste buds.