Mango and turmeric sorbet
Mango and turmeric sorbet is a refreshing vegan dessert made with frozen mango, lime and almond milk. The Thermomix TM7 blends the frozen fruit into a silky, dairy-free treat in minutes, while the built-in scale weighs the raw sugar precisely. Golden turmeric adds warmth and colour to this exotic, tropical finish to any meal.
About this recipe
Mango and turmeric sorbet Thermomix TM7 recipes bring a tropical, dairy-free dessert to your table in minutes. This golden sorbet relies on frozen mango as its base, which the all-in-one kitchen machine blends with almond milk and raw sugar into a silky, scoopable treat without any churning or ice-cream maker. The addition of ground turmeric gives a subtle earthy warmth, balanced by fresh lime that cuts through the sweetness with bright citrus notes. It is the perfect quick dessert for summer barbecues, dinner parties or a light weeknight finish, and it is naturally vegan and lactose-free. If you have been searching for an easy mango sorbet recipe with an exotic twist, this TM7 version delivers restaurant-quality texture with minimal effort, and toasted coconut flakes finish each bowl with a delicate crunch.
Preparation tips
- Use mango chunks that are fully frozen and separated, not clumped together, so the blades can catch them evenly and the sorbet turns silky rather than chunky in the mixing bowl.
- Taste before freezing: if your mango is very sweet, reduce the raw sugar slightly; the lime juice should stay clearly present to balance the earthiness of the turmeric.
- For a firmer sorbet, transfer the blended mixture to a freezer container and stir once after an hour; serve with toasted coconut flakes and a thin strip of lime zest for a festive finish.
Recipe variations
- Alcohol-free piña colada version: replace the almond milk with coconut milk and add a small splash of pineapple juice, keeping the recipe kid-friendly while the turmeric and lime preserve the tropical character.
- Seasonal berry variation: swap half the frozen mango for frozen peaches or raspberries in autumn; the turmeric pairs surprisingly well with stone fruit, and a pinch of cinnamon makes it cosier.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Built-in scale - The Thermomix weighs the raw sugar and almond milk directly in the bowl to the gram. [Weighing]. [Built-in Scale]
- Fresh grinding - The TM7 grinds the turmeric and coconut flakes into a fine, even powder for maximum flavour. [Grinding]. [Multi-Function]
- Silky blending - The Thermomix mixes frozen mango into a smooth, creamy sorbet within minutes. [Mixing]. [Time Savings]
- Zest grating - The TM7 grates the lime zest finely, releasing aromatic oils without any bitter pith. [Grating]. [Multi-Function]
- Airy whipping - The Thermomix whips the almond milk into the mango base for a lighter, scoopable texture. [Whipping]. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- raw sugar
- lime
- frozen mango
- almond milk
- ground turmeric
- coconut flakes