Coffee Granita
Cool off with the ultimate summer treat: Coffee Granita, a delightfully refreshing Italian-inspired frozen dessert that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Crafted from strong brewed coffee, lightly sweetened with granulated sugar and infused with a hint of vanilla, this dessert strikes the perfect balance between bold coffee flavor and icy, flaky textures. Requiring just 10 minutes of prep and no cooking, the magic happens in the freezer as you scrape the mixture every 30 minutes to achieve its signature granular consistency. Serve it in elegant glasses or bowls, and elevate it further with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings for a decadent finish. Perfect for coffee lovers, this frozen treat is a sophisticated yet simple way to beat the heat while satisfying your caffeine cravings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 480 ml strong brewed coffee
- 75 g granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
- chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Brew 480 ml of strong coffee and allow it to cool to room temperature.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cooled coffee, 75 g granulated sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Pour the coffee mixture into a shallow, freezer-safe container, such as a baking dish.
Place the container in the freezer and allow it to chill for 1 hour.
After 1 hour, use a fork to scrape the partially frozen mixture, creating ice crystals. Return it to the freezer.
Repeat the scraping process every 30 minutes for about 2-3 hours, or until the granita has a light, flaky texture.
When ready to serve, scoop the granita into glasses or bowls. Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
381 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.5 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.6 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 79.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 22 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 264 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
