I used to think sherbet was just that tub you grabbed from the freezer aisle, but making it at home changes everything. These 17 homemade sherbet recipes are the perfect playful middle ground between icy sorbet and rich ice cream.
And yes, you can absolutely create dairy free versions that taste like pure joy. Let me show you how easy and delicious homemade can be.
1. Blueberry Sherbet
The second blueberry season arrives, I am making this sherbet on repeat. It’s cool, sweet, and just made for hot summer days.
You don’t often spot blueberry sherbet in stores, which makes a homemade batch feel like a treasure. The heavy cream and yogurt give it this lush, extra creamy texture that lets that pure blueberry flavor shine.
2. Blood Orange Sorbet
The moment blood orange season arrives, I am racing to the farmers’ market. This recipe keeps things beautifully pure, just blood orange juice, lemon juice, and sugar.
That incredible, deep jewel toned color deserves to be the star, and this sherbet showcases it perfectly. No distractions, just stunning citrus.
3. Raspberry Sherbet
Raspberry might just be my favorite fruit of all time, so I am head over heels for this sherbet. Coconut milk turns it into a dreamy vegan dessert with a hint of tropical flair that complements those juicy raspberries perfectly.
The color is that bright, happy pink that promises pure fruity bliss. Any berry lover will fall hard for this one.
4. 5-Minute Strawberry Pineapple Sherbet
A strawberry pineapple sherbet that comes together in five minutes, tastes incredible, and is actually healthy? I am SO in.
It’s wonderfully simple, but the flavor payoff is huge. Protein packed Greek yogurt gives those bright strawberries and tangy pineapple a creamy, dreamy makeover. Quick, easy, and totally delicious.
5. No-Churn Hibiscus Sherbet
Hibiscus has this wonderful, delicate flavor that you just have to experience, and there’s no better time than now. Sweetened condensed milk swoops in to skip the churning step, so the recipe stays super easy.
Dried hibiscus flowers lend a soft floral note, ginger adds a touch of warmth, and lime brings that little tart kick. It’s a whole vibe.
6. Lime Sherbet
Limes are my go to when I want a dessert that makes my lips pucker in the best way. This creamy, sweet tart number is a total palate pleaser.
Fresh lime juice and zest bring that zippy, vibrant kick. If you’re the type who reaches for sour candy, this sherbet is about to become your new best friend.
7. Homemade Strawberry Sherbet
There’s classic, and then there’s homemade strawberry sherbet, simply irresistible. If you need a sunny spring or summer dessert that pleases a crowd, this is it.
That burst of real strawberry flavor? Nobody can say no. Kids and grown ups alike will be sneaking back for seconds of this sweet, creamy scoop.
8. 5-Ingredient Raspberry Peach Sherbet
Raspberry and peach together? An incredible match made in dessert heaven.
With just five ingredients, this sherbet is a total breeze. The flavors are absolutely divine. I’d serve this up for a summer dinner party or as the sweet finish to a game night, no question.
9. 2 Ingredient Peach Sherbet
Two ingredients. That’s it.
This peach sherbet is as easy and delicious as it gets. No ice cream maker needed, just a no churn wonder.
Grab frozen peaches and you’ve already skipped the peeling and slicing step. It’s ridiculously good and practically effortless.
10. Cherry Sherbet
Cherries hold a special place in my heart, and I’ve never once spotted cherry sherbet on a grocery shelf. So homemade it is!
This festive treat works literally any time of year, but that gorgeous red hue makes it extra perfect for holiday celebrations. You just have to try it.
11. Rainbow Sherbet
Rainbow sherbet channels that nostalgic orange, lime, and raspberry trio. It looks fancy and impressive, but honestly, it’s surprisingly simple to whip up.
And I have to say, homemade tastes a million times better than the store bought stuff. That zesty lime, juicy raspberry, and bright orange all play together beautifully.
12. Iced Coffee and Almond Sherbet
If you’re in the mood for a grown up twist, this iced coffee and almond sherbet might just convince you to eat ice cream for breakfast. The trickiest bit is simply tracking down or brewing the very best iced coffee you can get your hands on.
The richer the coffee, the more amazing the final result. Sophisticated and so delicious.
13. Kool-Aid Sherbet Ice Cream
Kool-Aid sherbet is pure joy, whether you’re a kid or just a kid at heart. Pick your all time favorite Kool-Aid flavor, or coordinate the colors to match a party theme or holiday.
No matter what you choose, it’s a frosty, sugary delight that keeps everyone cool and refreshed. Fun in every scoop.
14. Tropical Sherbet Punch
I still have these hazy, wonderful memories of sherbet punch from the fancy parties of my childhood. Ice cream floating in my drink?
Little me was absolutely mesmerized. Tropical juices and fizzy ginger ale swirl together, slowly melting the pineapple sherbet into a creamy, bubbly dream. It’s nostalgic and so much fun.
15. Orange Sherbet
Orange sherbet is one of those sweet, tangy treats that just makes me smile. I always reach for fresh squeezed orange juice, or a natural brand with zero added sugar.
Trust me, the sugar already in the recipe is exactly right, any extra would push it straight into too sweet territory. It’s refreshing, it’s delightful, it’s everything.
16. Lemon Sherbet
Lemon sherbet brings that tangy, creamy magic that I crave no matter the season. Fresh lemon juice and sugar hang out together until they turn into the brightest, sunniest syrup.
Then you simply stir in heavy cream and milk, pop it in the freezer, and let the magic happen. So simple, so impossible to resist.
17. Coconut Sherbet
One spoonful of this coconut sherbet and suddenly I’m on a beach somewhere, toes in the sand. If you’re a coconut fanatic, this creamy dream is non negotiable.
I’m calling it: the best vegan ice cream out there, straight up heavenly. Coconut milk, coconut cream, coconut water, and a little sugar mingle into your own personal island escape, don’t miss it.
