Sorbet, fruit

Fruit sorbet is a frozen dessert usually made from water, sugar and fruit juice or purée. The figures here describe samples of assorted flavours. It mainly provides carbohydrate, with 25g per 100g, of which 23g is sugars. It contains little fat or protein and provides 411 kJ of energy and 12mg of vitamin C per 100g.

Carbohydrate provides energy for the body, while vitamin C supports normal immune function and helps the body absorb iron from plant foods. Sugars account for most of the carbohydrate in these samples, which is worth noting when monitoring sugar or energy intake. Ingredients and nutrient amounts can vary between products and flavours. Full nutrient figures are given in the tables below.