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Chili Mango Sorbet

ice cream· National Ice Cream Month
July 21, 2023

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Chili Mango Sorbet – Fresh mango, lime juice, lime zest, and a little chili powder are blended together and then frozen into a creamy sorbet.

close up of a glass bowl of chili mango sorbet

Today we have the first sorbet recipe of National Ice Cream Month for 2023. It’s this Chili Mango Sorbet, which is incredibly flavorful and dreamy creamy. Because of the thicker consistency of fresh mango and lower water content, it makes for the PERFECT texture in sorbet.

To make the flavor pop, a little chili powder, lime juice, and lime zest is added to the fresh mango and blended together. You don’t get an overwhelming smokey flavor from the chili powder – just a hint of umami that balances out the sweetness of the mango perfectly.

Here is my recipe for Chili Mango Sorbet!

zoomed out shot of two bowls of chili mango sorbet and a lime in the background
bowl of chili mango sorbet with a few bites removed
a spoonful of chili mango sorbet showing some flecks of chili powder and lime zest

Tips & Tricks

  1. Blend well! The mango is blended with water and sugar before freezing in the ice cream machine. The sugar is what keeps it from freezing solid into one big ice cube, so it’s important that you blend the sugar into the mixture as much as possible. Give the mixture a taste to see if it’s still grainy, and if it is, keep blending until smooth!
  2. Cover well. To keep ice crystals from forming on the sorbet, make sure you cover with a layer of plastic wrap by laying the plastic right on top of the sorbet before covered and freezing.
  3. Ice cream machine. This recipe calls for an ice cream machine. I know, I know – one more appliance that you need. But I love mine and use it a lot. And it’s the only way I know to get a creamy sorbet that isn’t icy at all. If you use the same one as me, don’t forget to place the drum in the freezer at least 8 hours before using!
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Chili Mango Sorbet

Prep Time25 minutes mins
Chilling time4 hours hrs
Total Time4 hours hrs 25 minutes mins
Servings: 1 quart

Ingredients

  • 4 cups fresh diced mango
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • ¾ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Add mango, lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, sugar, water, and salt to a blender. Blend until smooth and sugar blended in. It should not be grainy. Keep blending until graininess is gone.
  • Pour mixture into a large measuring cup or small bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 4 hours.
  • Once mixture is chilled, add mixture to ice cream machine and churn for 15 minutes, or until frozen. Pour frozen mixture into storage container and chill until more firm, about 1-2 hours. Or you can enjoy immediately, if you like it soft like me!

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  3. moosa says

    December 14, 2025 at 4:38 am

    This chili mango sorbet sounds absolutely delicious and refreshing! I love the combination of sweet mango with a hint of heat — it sounds like the perfect treat for warm weather or when you want something a little different. Your description makes me want to try it right away! Thanks for sharing such a creative and flavorful recipe.
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  4. brick breaker says

    December 4, 2025 at 2:29 am

    Great recipe

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  5. nisha says

    October 27, 2025 at 7:04 am

    Honestly, one of the best recipes.

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  6. Kim says

    July 21, 2023 at 1:30 pm

    This was so refreshing and delicious on a really hot day. I’ll definitely be making it again and again!

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  7. Casey says

    July 21, 2023 at 1:28 pm

    What an interesting twist on a mango sorbet! I put the ingredients on my list for this weekend. I’m excited to try it.

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  8. Chenee says

    July 21, 2023 at 1:27 pm

    I have to admit that this sounded a little odd, but the chili powder really does add such a nice level of flavor to the mango. My daughter loved it and next time I’m making it for myself because she only gave me one bite!

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  9. Beth says

    July 21, 2023 at 12:43 pm

    This is one of the best frozen treats I’ve ever made. I love the combination of sweet and heat!

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  10. Elizabeth says

    July 21, 2023 at 12:02 pm

    I’ve never thought to pair the flavors of mango and chili powder before! Easy recipe and fun to make. Thanks for sharing!

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