Nothing more refreshing than a good sorbet in summer (or even all year round, let's be honest). If you have a Ninja Creami , you can easily create homemade sorbets according to your tastes. But beware, the sorbet has its small particularities, and with a few tips , you can get a perfect texture, without crystals, worthy of the best glaciers.
Here are my tips for succeeding impeccable sorbets with your Ninja Creami, while having fun experimenting with flavors and ingredients.
1. Choosing well -ripe fruit for more flavor
The secret of a good sorbet lies in the quality of its ingredients. As a sorbet is generally made of fruit and sugar, you absolutely want to use ripe fruit. The more sweet and juicy your fruits, the better your sorbet. If your fruits are not ripe enough, the sorbet may lack flavor and be too acidic.
My personal tip:
- For a mango sorbet, choose very ripe mangoes , almost a little soft. They will give a silky texture and natural sweetness.
- For a red fruit , you can mix well ripe strawberries, raspberries and blueberries for a fruity combo that explodes in the mouth.
Bonus tip: If your fruits are not ripe enough or sweet, you can let them marinate a little with agave syrup or honey before mixing them. It boosts flavors and gives an even more greedy sorbet.
2. The importance of the balance between sugar and acidity
Sugar role in the success of a sorbet. Not only does it bring softness, but it also helps to obtain a more flexible texture and prevents the sorbet from being too hard after freezing. That said, you also have to play on acidity to balance the flavors.
How to find the balance:
- If you do a sorbet made from naturally sweet fruit (like mango or fishing), you may not need to add a lot of sugar. A little maple or honey syrup is enough.
- For more acidic fruits, such as lemon or raspberries, does not hesitate to adjust with a little coconut sugar, agave syrup or even cane sugar.
The ideal is to taste your mixture before freezing to adjust the sugar and acidity level. And believe me, this is the step where you make all the difference!
3. Add a little water or juice for a perfect texture
When you prepare your sorbet mixture, you will quickly realize that depending on the fruit, you will need liquid to get the right consistency. Adding a little water, fruit juice, or even infused tea makes it possible to fluidify the mixture while bringing a touch of freshness.
Liquid ideas to add:
- For a watermelon sorbet , adds a little water so that the consistency is smoother.
- For a lemon sorbet , you can add an icy mint tea to intensify the taste and make the sorbet even more refreshing.
- For red fruit sorbets, a little pomegranate or cranberry juice brings depth to the flavor.
Tip: Add just enough liquid to be able to mix easily, but without diluting the taste of the fruit too much. The Ninja Creami will then be responsible for transforming it all into a melting and perfect texture.
4. The importance of correctly freezing the mixture
As with ice cream with the Ninja Creami , freezing of the mixture is a key step. Make sure your sorbet mixture is well distributed in the pot and above all, let it freeze for at least 24 hours . Freezing allows the machine to grind the ice crystals well and to obtain this smooth texture without frozen pieces.
My personal tip:
if your sorbet is too hard after the first turbine, uses the Re-Spin with the equivalent of 6 tablespoons to restore a more creamy texture. It is a real savior, especially for sorbets made from fruit rich in water such as watermelon or pineapple.
5. Experience with flavors combinations
One of the greatest pleasures with the sorbets is that you can have fun mixing different flavors to create unique combinations. And with the Ninja Creami, you have carte blanche to experiment!
Winning combinations ideas:
- Raspberry and lemon for a tangy and refreshing touch.
- Mango and passion fruit for an ultra-fruity tropical sorbet.
- Fishing and basil for a soft and herbaceous mixture that surprises pleasantly.
You can also add spices such as cinnamon , ginger or even fresh herbs like mint to enhance the flavors even more. Let your creativity do the job!
6. Toppings for even more delicacy
The sorbet is already delicious alone, but if you really want to impress your friends or family, adds a few toppings . This little extra transforms a simple sorbet into a dessert worthy of the best pastries!
Topping ideas:
- Pieces of fresh fruit like raspberries or pieces of mango.
- A little lemon or orange zest for an additional stroke of pep.
- Greened coconut shards , chia seeds or even chocolate chips for a crisp side.
Conclusion: Perfect homemade sorbets with the Ninja Creami
The Ninja Creami is really the perfect tool for making homemade sorbets . By following these few simple tips, you can create smooth, refreshing and flavored sorbets. Whether you choose sweet or acidic fruits, you have fun with original liquids or gourmet toppings, each recipe will be a success.
So, give free rein to your imagination, go out your Ninja Creami, and prepare to taste Homemade sorbets than those you find at the glacier!
