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This Strawberry Sorbet recipe is an easy dessert that helps you cool off from the summer heat. Made with just a few natural ingredients, this frozen treat will quickly become your go-to all summer long! Perfect for strawberry lovers all around!

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Sorbet has to be one of the most ideal desserts to consume when it’s hot. You get to enjoy the freshness and flavor of summer fruit with the refreshing chill of an icy dessert. Enjoy this while sitting outside in the evenings with friends or family, or during a solo night in watching your favorite movies.

This recipe is made in an ice cream machine to make the lightest sorbet ever! It gets churned for about 20 minutes to freeze the sorbet evenly before going into the freezer.

Since you are here and love sorbet recipes, check out this Easy 2-ingredient Raspberry Sorbet or this Ninja Creami Pineapple Sorbet Recipe.

Ingredients for this Homemade Strawberry Sorbet Recipe

Here are the ingredients you will need to make this simple strawberry sorbet. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of the page for the detailed ingredient measurements.

Fresh Strawberries: Hulled and sliced.
Granulated Sugar: sweetens the strawberry mixture.
Water: to help liquefy the strawberries.
Lemon Juice: adds a sour flavor that complements the fruit flavor. You could also use lime juice if you prefer that instead.
Pinch of Salt: balances out the sweetness and enhances the other flavors as well.

How to make this Easy Strawberry Sorbet Recipe

This is how you can make this homemade sorbet. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card at the end of this post for the full step-by-step instructions!

In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
In a blender or food processor, add the sliced strawberries, citrus juice, simple syrup (sugar water) and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth.
Pour into a bowl and chill in the fridge or in an ice water bath for a few hours.
Once the mixture is chilled, pour it into your ice cream machine. Churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until the sorbet has a smooth, soft-serve consistency, usually about 20-25 minutes.
Transfer the sorbet to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until it reaches a scoopable consistency.
Scoop the refreshing strawberry sorbet into bowls or cones and enjoy!

Why do you need to make this strawberry sorbet recipe?

This fruit sorbet recipe only requires a handful of simple ingredients that you can easily find at your local grocery store.
Homemade ice cream and sorbets are always healthier and tastes even better than store-bought.
Get all of the real health benefits of strawberries as you enjoy a refreshing sweet treat.
The hardest part about this recipe is not finishing it in one sitting!

Frequently Asked Questions – FAQ

Can I use frozen strawberries in this recipe?

Sure! I only used fresh because it’s the season and they were on sale. Using frozen berries might give you an advantage because the sorbet mixture might freeze faster. Just be sure to that your blender is a high speed blender to blend frozen solid items.

How do I store leftover sorbet?

You can store your leftover strawberry sorbet in the freezer for up to one month. You can do so by putting it in an airtight container and laying a sheet of plastic wrap on top of it to prevent ice crystals from forming.

Do I need an ice cream machine to make this strawberry sorbet recipe?

While an ice cream maker produces the best texture, you can make sorbet without one. Pour the mixture into a shallow container, freeze, and stir every 30 minutes until it reaches a smooth frozen consistency.

Which electric ice cream maker should I buy?

I personally used this 1.5 Quart Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker for this strawberry sorbet recipe. So far it’s worked great and hasn’t let me down. I suggest that one but if you do choose from a different brand, just be sure to read the customer reviews to get an idea of what other people’s experiences have been.

What can I use to substitute for sugar?

You can use honey, maple syrup, or agave syrup. These should give you a relatively similar result as far as texture and flavor. If you’re looking to use a sugar substitute like stevia, just know that:

They can have different potencies, so it can be hard to determine how much to use and you can easily over-sweeten your sorbet.
They will not create the same texture in the end result. Natural sugar reacts with the moisture in the fruit and creates a syrupy consistency. This is crucial to the frozen texture and flavor of the sorbet and won’t happen if using a non-sugar sweetener.