5 Irresistible IQF Fruit Recipes for Your Thermomix

What Makes IQF Fruits Special?

IQF fruits are frozen at their peak ripeness, keeping their natural taste, texture, and nutrients intact. Unlike regular freezing methods, where fruits can stick together in a clump, IQF technology freezes each piece individually. This makes them super easy to scoop, portion, and use whenever you need them.

They’re just as good as fresh fruit in so many ways. The flavour and nutrients are locked in, so you’re getting all the goodness without worrying about spoilage. They’re incredibly convenient—ready to go straight from the freezer with no washing, peeling, or chopping needed. You can use them in everything from smoothies and sorbets to sauces and jams, and they help cut down on food waste since you only take out what you need.

1. Mango and Coconut Sorbet

This light and refreshing sorbet is a tropical delight. Perfect as a dessert or a cooling treat, it’s dairy-free and bursting with mango flavour.

Ingredients:

• 300g IQF Mango (Diced or Hand-Cut Chunks)
• 50g Sugar
• 50ml Coconut Milk
• Juice of 1 Lime

Method:

1. Pulverise the sugar in the Thermomix for 10 seconds on speed 10.
2. Add the mango chunks, coconut milk, and lime juice. Blend for 30 seconds on speed 6 until smooth.
3. Serve immediately or freeze for a firmer texture.

2. Strawberry and Banana Smoothie

A simple and nutritious blend, this smoothie is perfect for breakfast or as a post-workout pick-me-up. The sweetness of ripe strawberries and bananas creates a classic flavour combination.

Ingredients:

• 150g IQF Strawberries (Whole or Sliced)
• 1 ripe Banana
• 200ml Almond Milk or Cow's Milk
• 1 Tablespoon Honey (Optional)

Method:

1. Add all ingredients to the Thermomix bowl.
2. Blend for 90 seconds on speed 10 until smooth.
3. Pour into a glass and serve chilled.

3. Raspberry and Lime Spritzer

This zesty and vibrant spritzer is perfect for entertaining. Serve it as a refreshing cocktail or skip the alcohol for a sophisticated mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 100g IQF Raspberries (Whole or Broken)
• Juice of 2 Limes (Lime Wedges or Strips Optional)
• 100ml Vodka (Optional)
• 200ml Tonic Water
• Ice Cubes

Method:

1. Place raspberries, lime juice, and vodka (if using) in the mixing bowl, then mix 20 sec/speed 4.
2. Add ice cubes and gently stir 20 sec/⟲/speed 2.
3. Divide between glasses, top with tonic water, and garnish with lime slices and raspberries. Serve immediately.

4. Pineapple and Mint Granita

This icy treat is perfect for hot summer days. The combination of sweet pineapple and fresh mint makes for a wonderfully refreshing dessert.

Ingredients:

• 200g IQF Pineapple (Diced, Tidbits, or Crushed)
• 50g Sugar
• 100ml Water
• 10 Fresh Mint Leaves

Method:

1. Pulverise sugar in the Thermomix for 10 seconds on speed 9.
2. Add pineapple, water, and mint leaves. Blend for 30 seconds on speed 10 until smooth.
3. Pour into a shallow dish and freeze for 3–4 hours, stirring with a fork every hour for a granita texture.
4. Serve in chilled glasses with a sprig of mint.

5. Apricot and Ginger Jam

This delightful jam combines the sweetness of apricot with the warmth of ginger, perfect for spreading on toast, scones, or pancakes.

Ingredients:

• 200g IQF Apricot (Diced)
• 150g Sugar
• 1 Teaspoon Freshly Grated Ginger
• Juice of 1 Lemon

Method:

1. Add the apricot, sugar, ginger, and lemon juice to the Thermomix bowl.
2. Cook for 20 minutes at 100°C on speed 1, with the measuring cup slightly off to allow steam to escape.
3. Increase speed to 4 for the final 10 seconds to create a smoother consistency, or skip this step if you prefer chunkier jam.
4. Pour the jam into sterilised jars while hot, seal, and let cool completely.

Tips for Using IQF Fruits with Your Thermomix

Using IQF fruits in your Thermomix is straightforward, but a few tips can help you achieve even better results. Measure carefully, as IQF fruits can expand slightly when thawed or cooked, and the Thermomix’s integrated weighing scale makes this easy. If your mixture seems too thick while blending frozen fruits, add a splash of liquid—like water, juice, or milk—to help the blades work smoothly.

Since IQF fruits are frozen at peak ripeness and tend to be naturally sweeter, you can often reduce added sugar in recipes to let their natural flavour shine. Experiment with textures by using reverse speed for chunkier jams or compotes, and high speeds for silky-smooth sorbets and purees. For more inspiration, explore the Cookidoo platform, which offers a vast library of Thermomix recipes tailored to fruit-based dishes.

Ready to transform your menu? Start experimenting with IQF fruits and your Thermomix today to create delicious, efficient, and high-quality recipes your customers will love.