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Published: Mar 5, 2020 · Modified: May 19, 2020 by Libby Bloom · This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments · 968 words. · About 5 minutes to read this article.

Kiwi Sherbet

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Kiwi Sherbet - tart, creamy and fresh. This Kiwi Sherbet is made with three simple ingredients. This naturally sweetened vegan treat is totally delicious! 

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  • 🧾 Ingredients
  • 🥄 How to make Kiwi Sherbet
  • 💭 Tips, Tricks and Tools
  • 🥝 Nutrition
  • 📖 Recipe

I’d heard that the skin of kiwi is edible, but I had never tried it until now. Are you a kiwi peel eater or is this news to you too?

But in an effort to reduce my food waste, I decided to give them a try. I bought a couple kiwi, thoroughly washed them and sliced them up for a quick snack. At the very first bite I realized the peeling was hardly even noticeable. I could tell it was there, but it wasn’t unpleasant or difficult to chew. 

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I knew I wanted to try making kiwi sherbet, and after my peeling experiment, I thought - what better way to amp up the fiber, nutrition and reduce food waste than keeping the peelings on and blending it up with the kiwi in the sherbet!?

Let me tell you - it worked. You won’t even notice the peelings are in there. Food waste - your plans have been foiled once again!

Get ready for some kiwi deliciousness with this incredibly simple and fun green Kiwi Sherbet. Literally 3 ingredients, it’s vegan and naturally sweetened. 

kiwi sherbet

🧾 Ingredients

Kiwi - look for kiwi that is plump and gives a little to gentle pressure. You don’t want it to be hard as a rock or squishy. If you can only find super firm ones, leave them out on the counter for a couple days to ripen. 

Coconut milk - this adds richness to this vegan sherbet and makes it creamier. I would opt for full fat, but feel free to experiment with other varieties. 

Maple syrup - look for 100% maple syrup, if your kiwis are extra tart, feel free to add in a bit more. Adjust to your liking. 

kiwi sherbet

🥄 How to make Kiwi Sherbet

1 - Prep: Make sure to wash the kiwi well since we’ll be including the peelings. Then cut each one into slices and transfer the kiwi slices to a food processor. 

2 - Blend: Add honey (or maple syrup) and blend until smooth. Then add in the coconut milk and blend until it’s completely mixed. Transfer the kiwi mixture to a loaf pan. 

3 - Freeze the green sorbet for at least two hours or until it has set. Remove from the freezer a few minutes before serving to allow it to soften up a bit. This will make it easier to scoop. Enjoy!

kiwi sherbet

💭 Tips, Tricks and Tools

Tools: Food processor, loaf pan (or something similar) to freeze the sherbet in.

As with most of our desserts, this Kiwi Sherbet isn’t super sweet so if you have a sweet tooth, feel free to add in another tablespoon (or two) of honey before freezing. 

Scooping: Run your ice cream scoop under warm water just before scooping. This will make it easier to scoop out. 

kiwi sherbet

🥝 Nutrition

Kiwi is a great source of vitamin C, and many antioxidants such as lutein and zeaxanthin. Kiwi has been shown to boost the immune system and can help lower blood pressure and reduce oxidative stress. 

An added bonus: because this green sherbet also includes the kiwi peel, it’s also very high in fiber. 

A note about tropical fruits + eating "green"

Here at The Crooked Carrot we’re all about eating locally and with the seasons, so unless you live in a tropical location, it’s likely that kiwi and other tropical produce have traveled quite far to get to you. This doesn’t mean you should nix tropical fruit forever; what it means is tropical fruits can be viewed as a treat and savored when you do purchase them. Always aim for fair trade produce if possible.

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We hope you love this fresh green sherbet!

Love this simple dessert recipe? Check out our other delicious fruit-based dessert recipes like these Grapefruit Campari Bars or our Peach Galette Recipe.

Did you enjoy this kiwi dessert as much as we do?

Comment below! And rate the recipe to let us know how it turned out! Not making it today? Save this vegan sherbet for later by pinning it to your Dessert Recipes Board and make sure to tag us on Instagram @crooked.carrot to show us your Kiwi Sherbet creations!

This recipe is part of our Green Recipe collection – green in color and a great way to reduce food waste.

📖 Recipe

kiwi sherbet

Kiwi Sherbet

Tart, creamy and fresh. This Kiwi Sherbet is made with three simple ingredients. This naturally sweetened vegan treat is totally delicious!
3 from 2 votes
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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Freezing time: 2 hours hours
Total Time: 2 hours hours 10 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: The Crooked Carrot

Ingredients

  • 10 kiwi thoroughly washed
  • 1 15 (ounce) can coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
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Instructions

  • Blend: Slice kiwi (leave the peeling on) and transfer to a food processor. Add honey and blend until smooth. Then add coconut milk and blend until completely mixed.
  • Freeze: Transfer kiwi mixture to a loaf pan and freeze for at least 2 hours or until the sherbet is set.
  • Serve: Remove from the freezer a few minutes before serving to allow the sherbet to soften so it’s easier to serve. Enjoy!

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • loaf pan

Notes

LEFTOVERS/STORAGE: Store in the freezer. Since we make this Kiwi Sorbet in a loaf pan, I usually just cover the pan with a fabric bowl cover or beeswax wrap. You can also transfer it to another storage container or initially freeze it in a container with a lid. 
NUTRITION NOTES: Kiwi is a great source of vitamin C, and many antioxidants such as lutein and zeaxanthin. Because this sorbet also includes the kiwi peel, it’s also high in fiber.

Nutrition

Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 732mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 198IU | Vitamin C: 211mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 1mg
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This recipe is part of our collection of green recipes. Check it out!

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  1. Collisa79 says

    February 11, 2021 at 7:33 am

    Can I high speed blender be used instead of food processor??

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    • Libby Bloom says

      February 11, 2021 at 8:59 am

      Yes! A high speed/power blender should work just fine.

      Reply
  2. Karen says

    July 25, 2021 at 4:24 pm

    what would the total weight of the kiwi fruit be? There is such a vast variation with sizes of this fruit

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    • Libby Bloom says

      August 13, 2021 at 8:53 am

      Hi Karen! The average kiwi weighs about 70-75 grams so the total weight would be about 720 grams. Though this recipe is VERY flexible and doesn't need to be exactly that weight. It would work with a little less or a little more of the kiwi. I do recommend tasting it as you go to see if it needs any adjusting. I hope you enjoy it!

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  3. Houston Gal says

    June 22, 2024 at 8:57 am

    1 star
    I would not recommend making this with the skin on. The texture of the skin comes through and you end up with little bits of tough, bitter furry skin in your sorbet.

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    • Libby Bloom says

      June 25, 2024 at 1:01 pm

      Thanks for your feedback - Kiwi with thicker peels definitely are more noticeable and for this recipe, I try to find kiwi with thinner skin. If your kiwi has thicker peels or you prefer it without the skin, feel free to peel your kiwi rather than leave the peel on.

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