Easy Granita
Cool off with this *Easy Granita*, a refreshing Italian-inspired frozen treat that's as simple to make as it is delightful to eat. With just a handful of pantry staples—like water, granulated sugar, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and aromatic lemon zest—this icy dessert delivers a burst of zesty flavor perfect for hot summer days. Customize your granita with a fruit puree, such as strawberry or watermelon, for a flavorful twist that elevates this classic to a fruity masterpiece. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep time and requiring no special equipment, this granita is a no-fuss crowd-pleaser with a light, flaky texture achieved through an effortless scraping technique. Serve it in chilled glasses for an elegant presentation and a refreshingly sweet finish to any meal. Keywords: easy granita recipe, lemon granita, homemade frozen dessert, fruit granita, summer dessert idea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 cup fresh fruit puree (optional, such as strawberry or watermelon - for flavored granita)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the water and granulated sugar over medium heat.
Stir occasionally until the sugar fully dissolves and the mixture becomes a simple syrup, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
Once the syrup has cooled, stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest. If using fruit puree, add it to the mixture and stir until well combined.
Pour the mixture into a shallow baking dish (a metal dish can help it freeze faster) and place it in the freezer.
After 30 minutes, remove the dish from the freezer and use a fork to scrape the partially frozen edges into the center. Return it to the freezer.
Repeat the scraping process every 30 minutes for 3-4 hours until the granita has a light, flaky texture.
Once fully frozen and flaked, serve the granita in chilled bowls or glasses. Enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
532 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 141.1 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 126.9 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 75 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 498 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.
