Stay hydrated, in a delicious way, all summer with this easy Ninja Creami Watermelon Sorbet recipe. Real watermelon and coconut water create a hydrating and electrolyte filled sweet treat. It's a cold, sweet, and totally refreshing vegan dessert for hot summer days. Using only 2-ingredients, this sorbet is completely dairy free, paleo, and allergy friendly!
Summers just keep getting hotter and sometimes water just doesn't cut it or, well, it's just plain boring. This hydrating watermelon sorbet packs in the electrolytes WITH the flavor and no added sugar- just the natural sweetness from watermelon and coconut water for a refreshing treat. I'm a huge fan of watermelon, I mean not much beats biting into a juicy watermelon on hot summer days, so I knew it would taste amazing in sorbet form.
Now, if you're new around here, I'm a BIG FAN of the Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker. I use mine almost daily and have lots of healthy ninja creami recipes on my site (they are all listed at the end of this post). If you don't have one, I promise it is worth every penny and truly a kitchen appliance the whole family will love.
Why You'll Love This Ninja Creami Watermelon Sorbet
- It's allergy friendly: with no weird additives or flavorings, this sorbet is completely gluten free, vegan, paleo, and AIP friendly!
- No added sugar. store-bought sorbet is loaded with added sugar. This healthy watermelon sorbet relies entirely on the natural sweetness of ripe mango and coconut water. No refined sugar needed.
- It's simple: made with just two simple ingredients, this sorbet is not only nourishing, but a super easy recipe.
- It's hydrating: watermelon itself is already very hydrating as it has a high water content, but we add coconut water to the sorbet base to amp up the electrolyte and hydration factor. This is the ultimate refreshing frozen treat on a hot day and an easy way to keep kids hydrated too.
- It's healthy: besides being hydrating, watermelon is packed with vitamins A and C, as well as other supportive nutrients for overall health. Coconut water is also packed with nutrients and antioxidants. This delicious watermelon sorbet is also low calorie, so it's the perfect treat if you are looking for a macro friendly dessert when your sweet tooth hits.
Want more hydrating sorbets? Try my 2-Ingredient Mango Sorbet
Ninja Creami Watermelon Sorbet Ingredients
- Watermelon: you'll need one ripe watermelon for this recipe, preferably seedless (otherwise you will have to pick the seeds out!). Using a juicy, ripe watermelon is ideal so you can get all that sweet watermelon flavor in the final sorbet.
- Coconut water: adds a light natural sweetness and all those good electrolytes. Use plain, unsweetened coconut water for the cleanest result.
How to Make Ninja Creami Watermelon Sorbet
- Cut off the rind of your watermelon and chop into cubes.
- Fill a ninja creami pint container with diced watermelon to the max fill line.
- Pour coconut water into the cup up to the max fill line. Place storage lid on top.
- Place pint in the freezer on a level surface overnight, for 12-24 hours.
- When ready to spin, microwave for 30 seconds or run the outside of the pint container under hot water for a couple of minutes. Add the pint to the Ninja Creami machine and spin on the sorbet setting. I have also used the lite ice cream setting with no issues.
- If the sorbet is a little dry or chunky on the first spin, re-spin as needed for a smooth, creamy texture.
Substitutions and Variations
- Coconut water: if you don't have or can't access coconut water, you can use plain water. If you do this, I advise adding a little bit of sweetener like a splash of maple syrup or agave syrup.
- Switch it up: add other berries like raspberries or strawberries for different variations of mixed fruit sorbet.
- Make it sour: add some fresh lime juice or fresh lemon juice to the base for added flavor and a sweet and sour vibe.
Storage Tips
If you don't finish the pint, smooth over the top of your leftover watermelon sorbet and re-freeze any leftovers. You can re-spin the sorbet when ready to eat the rest, following the same directions as above.
Tips for the Making the Best Watermelon Sorbet
- Heat the base before spinning. I always suggest microwaving the frozen sorbet base for 30-40 seconds or running the outside under hot water for a minute to soften the base for best results. This helps with ice crystals and the number of times you have to re-spin for a smooth texture.
- Don't overspin! It can be tempting to keep re-spinning your sorbet for an even smoother texture, but eventually it will be too melted. If you are new to the Ninja Creami ice cream machine, it might take a few tries before you learn just how many times to spin your ice cream mixture for the perfect creamy texture that still holds its scoop.
- Freeze time: the general recommendation is to freeze for a full 24 hours, but I often find that 8-12 hours is enough. This will depend on your freezer.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can, but it won't be as creamy. You can blend the mango and coconut water in a high-speed blender then freeze
You sure can! Just use frozen in place of fresh. No need to thaw since everything is getting frozen anyway.
Yes, but the outcome will be quite different. You'll end up with a dairy free watermelon ice cream versus a light sorbet. If you use coconut milk, add a couple tablespoons of sweetener like maple syrup or coconut sugar to balance the flavor.
Of course. Add a couple of tablespoons of maple syrup, agave, or coconut sugar to the watermelon mixture before freezing. You can use cane sugar too, though the recipe will no longer be refined sugar-free.
Coconut is technically classified as a tree nut by the FDA, but coconut water is well tolerated by most people with tree nut allergies. That said, if you have a severe tree nut allergy, check with your doctor first.
Sorbet is naturally vegan and gluten free when made with pure fruit and this recipe is no different. It's completely allergy friendly!
That is totally normal after the first spin in the Ninja Creami since the base is frozen solid. Just re-spin and you should have the perfect texture! If it still seems too dry, add a splash of coconut water and re-spin.
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2-Ingredient Ninja Creami Watermelon Sorbet Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup+ cubed watermelon
- 1 cup+ coconut water
Instructions
- Cut off the rind of your watermelon and chop into cubes.
- Fill a Ninja Creami pint container with diced watermelon to the max fill line. Pour coconut water into the cup up to the max fill line.
- Add lid and place pint in the freezer on a level surface overnight, for 12-24 hours.
- When ready to spin, microwave for 30 seconds or run the outside of the pint container under hot water for a couple of minutes. Add the pint to the Ninja Creami machine and spin on the sorbet setting. I have also used the lite ice cream setting with no issues.
- If the sorbet is a little dry or chunky on the first spin, re-spin as needed for a smooth, creamy texture.
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