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Watermelon Sorbet

Recipe by thechefoutwest on InstagramAdded 1 August 2026.

5 minutes to prep. A light, naturally sweet sorbet made from frozen watermelon and honey. Perfect for hot summer days, this refreshing treat is hydrating, vegan, and easy to prepare.

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Watermelon Sorbet by thechefoutwest, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. Cut a ripe watermelon in half and remove the seeds.

  2. Slice the watermelon into cubes and spread them on a baking sheet.

  3. Place the watermelon cubes in the freezer for at least 4 hours, or until completely frozen.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The watermelon cubes are frozen solid before blending.

  4. Remove the frozen watermelon cubes from the freezer and let them sit at room temperature for 5 minutes to slightly soften.

  5. Add the frozen watermelon cubes to a high‑speed blender.

  6. Pour in 2 tbsp of honey.

  7. Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and no ice chunks remain.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The mixture is smooth with no remaining ice chunks.

  8. Taste the sorbet and adjust sweetness if desired, adding a little more honey if needed.

  9. Transfer the smooth sorbet to a shallow metal or glass container, spreading it evenly.

  10. Place the container in the freezer.

  11. After 30 minutes, remove the sorbet and stir vigorously with a spatula to break up any forming ice crystals.

  12. Return the sorbet to the freezer and repeat the stirring process every 30 minutes for a total of 2–3 hours, until the texture is firm but still scoopable.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The sorbet is firm yet still scoopable after the repeated stirring.

  13. Once the sorbet has reached the desired consistency, scoop it into serving bowls or glasses.

  14. Garnish with a small mint leaf or a thin slice of fresh watermelon, if desired, and serve immediately.

Tips while you cook

Freeze cubes thoroughly
Place the cubed watermelon on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 4 hours until completely frozen.
Soften before blending
Let the frozen watermelon cubes sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before adding them to the blender.
Stir during freezing
After the initial freeze, stir the sorbet vigorously every 30 minutes to break up ice crystals.
Use a shallow container
Transfer the blended mixture to a shallow metal or glass container.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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