Infused Mango Sorbet
Vibrant dairy-free mango sorbet with cannabis syrup.
This cannabis infused mango sorbet recipe combines infused coconut oil with frozen dessert techniques for a refreshing, perfectly dosed treat. Frozen edibles are ideal for warm weather and offer a discreet, delicious way to consume cannabis. The cold temperatures help preserve cannabinoids while delivering a smooth experience. Dairy-free cannabis mango sorbet is a refreshing frozen edible with tropical sweetness and a smooth, scoopable texture.
- 4 cups frozen mango
- 2 tbsp cannabis simple syrup
- Juice of 1 lime
- Pinch salt
- Blend frozen mango, cannabis syrup, lime and salt until smooth.
- Serve as soft-serve or freeze 1h for scoopable texture.
Dosing Tips for Your Infused Mango Sorbet
- Frozen desserts are easy to over-consume because they taste so good and the cold masks the cannabis flavor. Stick to one measured portion.
- Blend your infused coconut oil into the liquid base thoroughly before freezing to prevent THC from separating or settling unevenly.
- Aim for 5-10 mg per scoop or bar and use exact measuring tools to portion your mixture before it sets.
- Cold treats can sometimes hit slightly faster on an empty stomach because the melting process begins digestion quickly.
- Blend the infusion into the sorbet base before churning so it distributes evenly; use a standard scoop for serving.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Not emulsifying the infused coconut oil properly causes it to separate during freezing, leaving some portions with no THC and others with too much.
- Forgetting to churn or stir periodically during freezing creates ice crystals and uneven texture that also affects dose distribution.
- Using too much cannabis fat can throw off the fat ratio of your recipe, resulting in a greasy texture instead of a creamy one.
- Serving directly from the freezer without letting it temper for 5-10 minutes makes it too hard to scoop and difficult to portion accurately.
How to Store Infused Mango Sorbet
- Keep your cannabis Infused Mango Sorbet in a sealed, freezer-safe container at 0 F (-18 C) or below for up to 2 months at full potency.
- Wrap individual portions in parchment paper to prevent freezer burn and make it easy to grab a single dose.
- Label containers with the date, total THC content, and serving size so anyone in the household knows what they are consuming.
- Store in a freezer-safe container with plastic wrap pressed on the surface to prevent ice crystals for up to 2 months.
Variations & Ideas
- Use cannabis-infused coconut cream instead of dairy for a vegan frozen treat with excellent THC binding properties.
- Add fresh fruit puree to mask the herbal flavor while keeping the dosing consistent throughout.
- Make popsicle molds for perfectly pre-portioned servings that eliminate the guesswork of scooping.
- Add a squeeze of lime juice and a pinch of Tajin seasoning for a Mexican-inspired mango chile sorbet.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, freezing actually helps preserve THC by slowing the degradation process. Cannabinoids are stable at freezing temperatures and your frozen Infused Mango Sorbet will retain potency for months. Light and heat are much bigger threats to potency than cold.
Yes, alcohol-based tinctures can work in frozen desserts. However, alcohol lowers the freezing point and may affect texture. Glycerin-based tinctures are a better alternative for frozen recipes as they blend more seamlessly.
Strong cannabis taste usually means the fat was not strained well enough, or you used too high a ratio of flower to fat during infusion. Double-strain through cheesecloth and consider adding vanilla, chocolate, or strong fruit flavors to balance it out.
Frozen edibles typically take 30-90 minutes to take effect as they need to melt and be digested. They may onset slightly faster than dense baked goods because the liquid base is digested more quickly. Always wait the full 90 minutes before having more.
You can refreeze it without losing THC potency, but the texture will suffer significantly with large ice crystals forming. If it has fully melted, consider repurposing it as a milkshake or sauce rather than refreezing.
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