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.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine the water and granulated sugar over medium heat.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Pour the mixture into a shallow baking dish (a metal dish can help it freeze faster) and place it in the freezer.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Repeat the scraping process every 30 minutes for 3-4 hours until the granita has a light, flaky texture.

Step 7

Once fully frozen and flaked, serve the granita in chilled bowls or glasses. Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	942.4 grams (942.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	532

Total Fat 0.50g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 20mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 141.10g	51%
Dietary Fiber 5.00g	18%
Total Sugars 126.90g
Protein 1.80g	4%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 75mg	6%
Iron 1mg	4%
Potassium 498mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.8%

Protein: 1.2%

Carbs: 98.0%