Italian Water Ice Orange

Cool, refreshing, and bursting with citrus flavor, Italian Water Ice Orange is a delightful frozen treat that's perfect for warm weather. This homemade recipe captures the zesty sweetness of freshly squeezed orange juice, balanced with a hint of lemon juice for a tangy twist. Enhanced with fragrant orange zest and a simple sugar syrup, this frozen dessert comes together with minimal effort and requires no special equipment—just a fork and a bit of patience for the occasional stirring. Ideal for summer gatherings or an afternoon indulgence, this dairy-free orange water ice delivers a velvety, slushy texture that's irresistibly light and refreshing. Serve it in bowls or glasses as a vibrant palate cleanser or a naturally sweet dessert everyone will adore!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 large Fresh oranges
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest

Directions

Step 1

Wash the oranges thoroughly under running water.

Step 2

Zest 1-2 oranges to obtain 1 teaspoon of orange zest, and set it aside.

Step 3

Cut the oranges in half and juice them until you extract 2 cups of fresh orange juice. Strain the juice to remove any pulp or seeds.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat the mixture over medium heat while stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. This should take about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled sugar syrup, orange juice, 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of orange zest. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Pour the mixture into a shallow freezer-safe container. Place it in the freezer, uncovered, for 30 minutes.

Step 7

After 30 minutes, remove the container and stir the mixture with a fork to break up any ice crystals that are forming.

Step 8

Repeat the freezing and stirring process every 30 minutes for about 2-3 hours, or until the mixture turns into a smooth, icy consistency.

Step 9

Once the water ice is fully frozen and has a slushy texture, scoop it into bowls or glasses and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1615 grams (1615.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1198

Total Fat 1.50g	2%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 15mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 308.70g	112%
Dietary Fiber 21.90g	78%
Total Sugars 284.70g
Protein 8.40g	17%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 391mg	30%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 1670mg	36%

*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: 1.1%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 96.3%