Passion fruit sorbet is bursting with flavor and SO easy to make, with only 3 ingredients: sugar, water, and passion fruit puree. There are only a few minutes of prep time involved, then your ice cream maker does the rest of the work. It’s a perfect spring and summer treat!
Note: this post was originally published in May 2012. I’ve updated it with new photos and some additional tips.
It still doesn’t quite feel like spring in DC, but that hasn’t stopped me from breaking out the ice cream machine. I can’t help myself.
Have you ever made sorbet?
The first time I prepared it from scratch, I was shocked at how easy it was.
Ice cream isn’t difficult (check out my Bailey’s Ice Cream for an example).
However, sorbet is completely brainless – Simple syrup + fruit puree.
You don’t have to make custard or temper eggs.
There are only three ingredients. How simple is that?
I contemplated adding some herbs from my garden.
Mint and basil would have been especially refreshing, but in the end, I stuck with the basics.
If you haven’t noticed, I’ve been going back to basics recently (these yellow cake and chocolate cupcakes are good examples).
Passion fruit is one of my all-time favorite flavors, and I love highlighting it.
If you want to try adding a handful of fresh herbs, allow them to steep in the simple syrup when it’s just off the heat.
Give them around 30 minutes and then remove them before adding the purée.
Where to Buy Passion Fruit Puree
Passion fruit puree can be purchased online and in some grocery stores, typically in the freezer section.
I found some online.
Looking for more ice cream and sorbet recipes?
Be sure to check out my Strawberry Rhubarb Ice Cream and Sorbet as well as my Roasted Blueberry Crème Fraîche Ice Cream!
Passion Fruit Sorbet
Instructions
- Add sugar and water to a medium saucepan. No need to stir.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and then allow it to simmer until the sugar is completely dissolved, approximately 5 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and allow it to cool for a few minutes, then stir in the passion fruit purée while the syrup is still warm. Place it in the refrigerator until chilled, at least 30 minutes.
- Follow the instructions on your ice cream maker. After the sorbet sets, I like to place it in the freezer for at least 2 hours to firm up.
Notes
Please read my full post for additional recipe notes, tips, and serving suggestions!
Nutrition
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I honestly think I’ve ever tasted passion fruit! You have me most curious, however. I have a new ice cream maker and have yet to use it. I would love to consider sorbets…especially if they are this easy! I love the idea of adding in some herbs. Most refreshing! :-) Debra
Ha…I suppose you can see that I meant I have NEVER tasted passion fruit! I got so excited about that I left out a word :-) D
What a pity I do not have an ice-cream maker :(
Looks great! It’s the perfect time to break out the ice cream maker :) I’ve never made sorbet before – do you know if you get the same results if you make your own puree from fresh fruit?
You do!
Thanks! I’ll give it a try :)
i love that i now have an amazing ice cream maker! so… i can’t wait to try this recipe!!!
Making our own sorbet or icecream using ice cream machine would be very satisfying….A healthy snack using fresh ingredients and no preservatives.
Yum, thank you so much for sharing – that was wonderfully delicious and refreshing! Even the sugar crash was rather pleasant.
I’m glad you liked it!
I think this is worth a special trip to Whole Foods in search of passionfruit! Beautiful photo, too.
I couldn’t find any passion fruit puree locally and had to look online. But I’ve heard others say they saw it at Whole Foods so maybe it’s just my area!
I live near what we call the “Death Star” Whole Foods (third largest worldwide) so I have high hopes! If I can find the fruit itself though, I’m going to try it from scratch.
Wow, where’s that???
Chicago :) It’s crazy – a wine bar, coffee shop/pub at night; made-to-order deli, mexican food, diner food, chinese/japanese food, cooking classes–I could spend hours there.
Wow. We’ve been hoping to take a weekend trip to Chicago for awhile. I’m definitely adding that to the to do list!
It’s a mile or two north of downtown, but it’s right off a train station – super accessible no matter where you stay. :)
I wish passion fruit was a lot more easier to come by. I love the fruit but have to go to some effort and expense to get my hands on it. Your sorbet here looks like one of the best ways to enjoy all of that flavor, not to mention a great way to beat the heat yum!
Whoa that is it for the ingredients. I like this idea and will try it with mango. Looks delish.
Mango would be delicious. I also love it with cherries!
Hello from a D.C. neighbor! This sorbet is beautiful. So wise of you to save a bit of your passion fruit puree in February! This looks like the perfect cure for our recent little heat wave! Your photography is so inviting! : )
Hey! Are you coming to the DC food blogger happy hour next week? They’re so much fun!
This sorbet looks amazing. I love passion fruit so, this recipe is going to be a BIG hit at my house.
Thanks for sharing the link for the passion fruit puree! I was afraid I was going to have to squeeze and scoop and strain about 400 passion fruits! :)
Very easy! I bet it’s delicious too. Thanks for this recipe. I’ve been looking for a reason to use my ice cream maker.
What a delicious looking sorbet! I adore passion fruit and this is such a lovely way to use them.
My ice cream maker is ready to be used, I put it in the freezer a few days ago, ready to make the first ice cream of the season…I think I just found the recipe to get me started this year! thanks!