This collagen protein Ninja Creami Cherry Protein Sorbet recipe is made in the Ninja Creami ice cream maker with just 3 simple ingredients. The best part is, you can customize the recipe to be either a Cherry Limeade Sorbet or a Chocolate Cherry Sorbet depending on your mood. It's the perfect way to get a little protein boost while satisfying your sweet tooth on hot summer days!
Making fresh cherry sorbet in the Ninja Creami machine is an easy way to enjoy delicious sorbet at home whenever the craving strikes. If you like this recipe, I think you'll also enjoy these other fruity sorbets, like this 3 Ingredient Ninja Creami Lemon Sorbet with Collagen, Raspberry Ninja Creami Sorbet , Berry Smoothie Bowl, Pineapple Cherry Dole Whip or this Watermelon Sorbet recipe made in the Ninja Creami.
I've spent the entire summer making tons of homemade ice cream and sorbets so that I could put together a list of the best sorbet recipes or any of my other ninja creami recipes for you to have on hand whenever you're craving frozen sweet treats that are also healthy and protein packed.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It is a healthy treat. Made with simple ingredients like cherries, lime juice and collagen peptides, it is not only easy and delicious but it is the perfect healthy summer dessert.
- It is easy. Made in the Ninja Creami machine, this simple sorbet recipe is quick to whip up to have on hand whenever your sorbet craving strikes.
- It is better than store bought. Made without cane sugar or any additional sweeteners or additives, plus its ultra creamy texture means this homemade sorbet will beat store bought every time!
Ninja Creami Cherry Sorbet Ingredients & Tested Substitutions
- Cherries. I usually opt for frozen fruit because it is more cost effective and blends well, but you can absolutely use fresh fruit if you prefer, just make sure to pit your fresh cherries in advance.
- Lime Juice. Fresh squeezed is best. Alternatively, fresh lemon juice or bottled lime juice will work as well.
- Collagen Peptides. This gives the cherry sorbet recipe additional protein as well as creates a more creamy texture of the sorbet.
- Water. You’ll need a bit of water to make sure it all blends up well. Alternatively, if you do prefer some sweetness and don’t mind the added sugar, you could use a fruit juice like limeade.
- Dark Chocolate. If you'd like to make the Chocolate Cherry version of this sorbet, you'll simply omit the lime juice from the ice cream base recipe (although honestly, I added chocolate on top of my cherry lime sorbet and it was great so choose your own adventure!) and then pour the melted dark chocolate on top.
Ninja Creami Cherry Sorbet Step by Step Instructions
- Make the sorbet base. Add the fresh or frozen cherries, water, lime juice and collagen powder to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
2. Freeze. Pour the cherry puree mixture into a Ninja Creami pint container ensuring you fill only to the max fill line. Place storage lid on securely and freeze for at least 8 hours up to 24 hours.
3. Make the sorbet. Place pint container in the outer bowl of the Ninja Creami, then lock the outer bowl lid in place. Place bowl assembly into the Ninja Creami, locking into place in the motor base. Power on the Ninja Creami and press the sorbet button to process.
4. Respin. Once the sorbet has processed, add one tablespoon of lime juice or a splash of water to the pint, place back into the creami and press use press the re-spin button.
5. Serve. Scoop the cherry sorbet into a dish, cone or glass and enjoy!
6. Optional Chocolate Topping. Add chocolate to a microwave safe dish and melt in 10 second increments. Drizzle over cherry sorbet and enjoy!
Expert Tips & Tricks
- Use this cherry sorbet as the base for a smoothie bowl topped with fresh fruit and granola for a refreshing breakfast.
- If you want some sweetness, you can add a touch of honey or maple syrup to the sorbet base that will add natural sweetness with less sugar than juices or cane sugar.
- Ninja recommends freezing your creami bases for 24 hours, but I typically freeze mine for 8 and they come out perfect.
- Ninja’s instructions state that you cannot use the “respin” feature followed by the “mix in” feature. I ALWAYS respin my dairy free ninja creami ice cream recipes, because it needs this in order to be creamy, and I use the mix in function after with no trouble.
- My best ninja creami tip is, before respinning, I recommend always adding a little bit more water or juice. Just enough to almost cover the top of the pint container is perfect, about 2-3 tsp. This will help ensure the final result is super creamy.
Easy Ninja Creami Sorbet Ice Cream FAQs
Is this cherry sorbet vegan?
This recipe is dairy-free but not vegan, because collagen peptides are sourced from animals. If you want to make a vegan version, you can simply omit the collagen powder altogether or swap it for an unflavored, plant-based protein powder.
Do I have to use a handheld frother to mix the base?
Not at all! I just find a handheld milk frother is the quickest and easiest way to ensure the collagen powder dissolves without any clumps. You can easily whisk the ingredients vigorously in a bowl before pouring them into the pint, or use a standard blender.
Why do I need to "respin" the sorbet?
Dairy-free Ninja Creami recipes can sometimes look a little crumbly or powdery after the first spin. This is totally normal. Adding a 2-3 teaspoons of almond milk and hitting "respin" is my secret trick to transforming that texture into the silky-smooth ice cream you see in the photos.
Do I really have to wait 24 hours for it to freeze?
The Ninja Creami recommends 24 hours because the Ninja Creami blade needs the base to be completely solid to shave it into that creamy consistency. However, I am super impatient when it comes to my sweets so I don't wait the full 24 hours most of the time. I find 8 hours is usually the sweet spot, so if you are anything like me and don't want to wait to enjoy a sweet treat, go with the 8 hours. If you have the patience, freezing it overnight or up to 24 hours, will give you great results as well.
How to Store Ninja Creami Cherry Sorbet
If you do not finish your pint in one sitting, smooth over the sorbet that is left in the container with the back of a spoon. Place the lid back on the pint container and freeze. You will need to run the leftovers back through the same steps in the Ninja Creami when you are going to enjoy it again.
If you liked this Ninja Creami sorbet recipe, you might also enjoy these healthy ninja creami sorbet recipes:
- Ninja Creami Watermelon Sorbet
- 3 Ingredient Ninja Creami Raspberry Sorbet Recipe
- 3 Ingredient Ninja Creami Cherry Protein Sorbet
- Any of my other protein sorbet recipes
- Ninja Creami Dole Whip Recipe (Dairy Free, Protein)
- Ninja Creami Cherry Pineapple Swirl Protein Dole Whip
- Or check out this round up of 20+ dairy free ninja creami protein ice cream & sorbet recipes!
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3 Ingredient Ninja Creami Cherry Protein Sorbet
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen cherries or fresh pitted cherries
- ¾ cup water preferably filtered
- 1 scoop collagen peptides optional but recommended
- 1 lime juiced
Optional Chocolate Topping
- 1-2 tablespoon dark chocolate melted
Instructions
- Make the sorbet base. Add the fresh or frozen cherries, water, lime juice and collagen powder to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
- Freeze. Pour the cherry puree mixture into a Ninja Creami pint container ensuring you fill only to the max fill line. Place storage lid on securely and freeze for at least 8 hours up to 24 hours.
- Make the sorbet. Place pint container in the outer bowl of the Ninja Creami, then lock the outer bowl lid in place. Place bowl assembly into the Ninja Creami, locking into place in the motor base. Power on the Ninja Creami and press the sorbet button to process.
- Respin. Once the sorbet has processed, add one tablespoon of lime juice or a splash of water to the pint, place back into the creami and press use press the re-spin button.
- Serve. Scoop the cherry sorbet into a dish, cone or glass and enjoy!
- Optional Topping. Add chocolate to a microwave safe dish and melt in 10 second increments. Drizzle over cherry sorbet and enjoy!
Notes
- Ninja recommends freezing your creami bases for 24 hours, but I typically freeze mine for 8 and they come out perfect.
- Ninja’s instructions state that you cannot use the “respin” feature followed by the “mix in” feature. I ALWAYS respin my dairy free ice cream or sorbet, because it needs this in order to be creamy, and I use the mix in function after with no trouble.
- Before respinning, I recommend always adding a little bit more water or juice. Just enough to almost cover the top of the pint container is perfect, about 2-3 tsp. This will help ensure the final result is super creamy.
- Storage instructions: Keep the leftovers in the ninja creami pint container & use a spoon to create a level surface with what’s left over. Place the lid back on and store until ready to enjoy again. You’ll need to go through the process again of using the “sorbet” feature, then adding a splash of lime juice & remixing again. Cherry sorbet will keep in the freezer up to 2 weeks for maximum freshness.
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