Pineapple-Coconut Sorbet

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 14

Delicious Pineapple-Coconut Sorbet for a refreshing dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

4 hour

Ready In

4 hour 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/2 cup light coconut milk
	1/2 cup sugar
	3 slices fresh ginger , peeled and crushed
	1 fresh pineapple , peeled , cored and cut into chunks
	2 teaspoons fresh lime juice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

120

Sugar

25g

Fat

This Pineapple-Coconut Sorbet is a delicious and healthy dessert that is perfect for a hot day or any occasion. The combination of juicy, sweet pineapple and rich, creamy coconut makes for a refreshing and tropical treat that will transport you to a beautiful island getaway. This recipe is easy to make and is vegan and gluten-free, so it is accessible to many people. The best part about this dessert is that it tastes indulgent, but it is lower in calories and fat than traditional ice cream. Serve this sorbet as a palate cleanser between courses, or as a light and refreshing end to any meal.

Instructions

1.	In a small saucepan, heat the coconut milk, sugar, and ginger over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves.
2.	Remove from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature. Remove the ginger slices.
3.	In a food processor or blender, combine the cooled mixture, pineapple chunks, and lime juice. Puree until smooth.
4.	Pour the mixture into a 9 x 9-inch baking dish and freeze for 1 hour.
5.	Remove from freezer and stir well, breaking up any ice crystals. Return to freezer and freeze until firm, at least 4 hours or preferably overnight.

PROS

This sorbet is a refreshing and light dessert that is perfect for hot summer days.

The combination of pineapple and coconut creates a tropical and delicious flavor that is sure to please.

This recipe is vegan and gluten-free and can be enjoyed by people with dietary restrictions.

CONS

This sorbet takes several hours to freeze, so it requires some advance planning.

Some people may not enjoy the texture of sorbets as it can be grainy or icy in comparison to traditional creamy ice cream.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This sorbet is a healthier alternative to traditional ice creams as it is low in fat and calories.
Coconuts are a great source of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) which have been linked to several health benefits including weight loss and improved brain function.
Pineapples contain bromelain which is an enzyme that can aid in digestion and reduce inflammation.