Guava ice cream or sorbet
Guava ice cream or sorbet is a refreshing frozen dessert that highlights the sweet, aromatic flavor of ripe guava fruit. It is typically made with guava puree, sugar, and either cream or milk for ice cream, or just water and sugar for a lighter sorbet. This tropical treat is popular across Latin America, the Caribbean, and parts of Asia where guava is a beloved fruit.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dessert is primarily a source of carbohydrates from natural fruit sugars and added sweeteners, with the ice cream version also containing some fat. It provides vitamin C and a small amount of fiber from the guava, with a typical serving containing roughly 150-250 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 200 kcal |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Carbs | 38 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 32 g |
| Sodium | 30 mg |
| Vitamin C | 120 mg |
| Potassium | 280 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 IU |
| Folate | 25 mcg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Calcium | 40 mg |
| Phosphorus | 30 mg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Guava is a nutritional powerhouse, containing significantly more vitamin C than oranges, which helps preserve its vibrant color and tangy flavor in frozen form. In many cultures, guava-based desserts are enjoyed not just for taste but also as a refreshing way to consume this nutrient-dense fruit.
