If you’re looking for a bright, refreshing frozen dessert, this Ninja Creami lemon sorbet is one of the easiest recipes you can make. It’s light, citrusy, and perfect when you want something sweet without dairy.
After testing different fruit bases in the Ninja Creami, citrus sorbets are some of the most reliable recipes because the natural acidity and sugar create a smooth texture when spun. Lemon sorbet is especially great because it tastes fresh, clean, and not overly heavy like traditional ice cream
If you like more lemon recipes try this Ninja Creami Slushie, Ninja Creami Sorbet Recipes, or Single Serving Lemonade
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Naturally dairy-free
- Bright, fresh lemon flavor
- Easy to customize the sweetness
- A perfect light dessert after dinner
- Made with simple pantry ingredients
It’s also a great option if you’re craving something sweet but want a lighter frozen treat instead of ice cream.
Why Choose a Ninja Creami?
Using the Ninja Creami ensures a silky and smooth texture, making your sorbet experience even more delightful. It's easy to use, and with its versatile settings, you can experiment with various flavors and ingredients. I love my Ninja Creami and Air Fryer!
Ingredients Needed for Lemon Sorbet
- ½ cup lemon juice or freshly squeezed lemon juice - Fresh lemon juice gives the best flavor, but bottled lemon juice works too if that’s what you have.
- ⅓ cup sugar - Sweetens the sorbet and helps create a smoother texture when the mixture spins in the Ninja Creami.
- 1 tablespoon corn syrup - Helps keep the sorbet soft and scoopable
- 1 cup of water - Balances the lemon juice and helps the sorbet spin smoothly.
Substitution Tips
- Honey or maple syrup can be used instead of sugar for a natural sweetener.
- Add a little lemon zest if you want a more intense lemon flavor.
- Swap half the lemon juice for lime juice to make a lemon-lime sorbet.
- If the sorbet tastes too tart, add 1–2 tablespoons more sugar before freezing.
- Lemon and water is naturall zero points on WW.
- Monk fruit sweetener can be used in place of sugar to help lower the points. ⅓ cup sugar → ⅓ cup monk fruit sweetener
How to Make Lemon Sorbet in a Ninja Creami
Blend the lemon juice, sugar, and water in a blender such as a Magic Bullet and pour it into a Ninja Creami Pint. Or you can simply mix them all in a bowl.
Place the lid on the pint and freeze for about 6-8 hours or until the mixture is solid.
Blend in the Ninja Creami: Once frozen, remove the pint from the freezer and attach it to the Ninja Creami Machine. Select the "Sorbet" setting and let the machine do its magic.
Check to see how the sorbet is looking after the first blend. Might have to add in some orange juice or water and then respin it.
Serve: Once blended, scoop the lemon sorbet into a bowl and serve immediately. Enjoy your refreshing homemade ice cream!
Pro Tips for the Best Ninja Creami Sorbet
Freeze the base completely flat
An even frozen surface helps the machine spin the mixture evenly.
Use the re-spin function if needed
Many sorbets need one extra spin to become creamy.
Taste before freezing
If the mixture tastes slightly too sweet before freezing, that’s perfect. Freezing dulls sweetness.
Ninja Creami Frequently Asked Questions
No the manual that came with the Ninja Creami recommends that you do not use that. You need to blend it first so the machine lasts longer.
Yes you sure can! Instead of regular milk use almond or oat milk.
No, My frozen yogurt was ready to be blended in the Ninja Creami after 6 hours.
How do I store leftovers?
Place the lid back on top of the pint and place it back in the freezer. Or, store in an airtight container as mentioned above.
Popular Ninja Creami Recipes
- Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream
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Recommended Tools
Ninja Creami Machine - a year ago you couldn’t really find these machines and they were sold out everywhere. Now they are more readily available in stores like Target, Kohls, or Amazon.
Ninja Creami Pints - Got to have extras for making lots of ice cream!
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Ninja Creami Lemon Sorbet
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Total Time: 5 min
- Yield: 2 1x
- Category: Easy
- Method: Ninja Creami
- Cuisine: American
Description
Indulge in the refreshing and zesty delight of homemade Lemon Sorbet with the help of your Ninja Creami. This easy-to-make sorbet is perfect for cooling down on a hot day or as a light, palate-cleansing dessert
Ingredients
½ cup lemon juice or freshly squeezed lemon juice
⅓ cup sugar
1 tablespoon corn syrup
1 cup of water
Instructions
- Blend the lemon juice, sugar, and water in a blender such as a Magic Bullet and pour it into a Ninja Creami Pint.
- Freeze: Place the lid on the pint and freeze for about 6-8 hours or until the mixture is solid.
- Blend in the Ninja Creami: Once frozen, remove the pint from the freezer and attach it to the Ninja Creami Machine. Select the "Sorbet" setting and let the machine do its magic.
- Check to see how the sorbet is looking after the first blend. Might have to add in some orange juice or water and then respin it.
Notes
For a twist, add a splash of orange juice or a few mint leaves before blending for an added layer of flavor.
Most of the carbs come from the sugar and corn syrup in this recipe.
7 points per half the pint
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 169
- Sugar: 40g
- Fat: .08g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: .15g
- Protein: .18g
Jenna says
This sorbet was so creamy and lemony. It was great!