Crazy Cranberry Ice
Chill out with the zesty and vibrant flavors of Crazy Cranberry Ice, a refreshing homemade frozen dessert that's as simple to make as it is stunning to serve. This recipe combines the tart tang of fresh or frozen cranberries with the citrusy brightness of freshly squeezed orange and lemon juices, all sweetened to perfection with granulated sugar. Infused with a touch of orange zest for added depth, this icy treat boasts a beautifully smooth texture achieved through a blend-and-freeze technique that requires no fancy equipment. Perfect for hot summer days or holiday gatherings, this cranberry ice is a delightful balance of sweet, tart, and refreshing, making it ideal as a light dessert or palate cleanser. Whether served in elegant glasses at a party or scooped into bowls for a casual treat, Crazy Cranberry Ice is sure to impress with its vibrant color and bold, fruity flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 0.33 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, 2 cups of water, and the granulated sugar.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until the cranberries burst, about 5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for another 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool for 10-15 minutes.
Transfer the cooled cranberry mixture to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
Using a fine-mesh sieve, strain the cranberry purée into a large bowl, pressing down with a spoon to extract all the juice. Discard the solids.
Stir in the lemon juice, orange juice, and orange zest until well combined.
Pour the mixture into a shallow, freezer-safe container and place it in the freezer.
After 45 minutes, remove the container from the freezer and stir the mixture with a fork to break up any formed ice crystals.
Continue freezing, stirring every 30 minutes, for 2-3 hours or until the mixture becomes slushy and frozen.
Spoon the Crazy Cranberry Ice into serving bowls or glasses and enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
804 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 23 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.9 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 174.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 512 mg | 11% | |
*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.
