Italian Lemon Ice (Granita)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 5

Refreshing Italian Lemon Ice (Granita)

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

2 hrs

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3 cups water
	1 cup sugar
	1 pinch salt
	1 cup fresh lemon juice ( juice of about 6 medium lemons )
	1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated fresh lemons , rind of ( about the peel from 1 medium lemon )
	2 teaspoons lemon extract

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

159

Sugar

39g

Fat

Italian Lemon Ice (Granita) is a traditional Sicilian dessert that is often served at the end of a meal as a palate cleanser. It is a refreshing treat that is perfect for hot summer days and is often served at beach resorts throughout Italy. The dessert is made with a simple combination of water, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon rind that is frozen and then scraped with a fork to create a light and refreshing texture. It is often served with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of mint leaves to add extra flavor and visual appeal.

Instructions

1.	Heat water, sugar, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until sugar is dissolved.
2.	Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice, lemon rind, and lemon extract.
3.	Pour mixture into a shallow glass or metal baking dish.
4.	Freeze for 30 minutes, then stir mixture with a fork until it becomes slushy.
5.	Freeze for another 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally with a fork, until mixture is flaky and granular in texture.

PROS

Italian Lemon Ice (Granita) is a refreshing dessert that is perfect for hot summer days.

It is a simple recipe with only a few ingredients needed.

It can be made ahead of time and stored in the freezer for up to 1 month.

CONS

The texture of granita can be a bit icy and may not appeal to everyone.

It is a high-sugar dessert that should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Italian Lemon Ice (Granita) is not a particularly healthy dessert, it does contain some health benefits.
Lemon juice is a good source of vitamin C, which can help boost the immune system and improve skin health.
The lemon rind contains antioxidants that may help reduce inflammation and improve heart health.