Italian Water Ice – Grape

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 15

Refreshing Italian Water Ice - Grape recipe for a hot summer day

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

4 hours

Ready In

4 hours 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

120

Sugar

27g

Fat

Italian Water Ice, also known as granita, is a popular Sicilian dessert that has become famous throughout Italy and worldwide. This recipe is a refreshing and delicious treat for hot summer days. The combination of grape, orange, and lemon juice gives this dessert a sweet and tangy flavor that is perfect for cooling down on a hot day. Unlike other frozen desserts, Italian water ice is made without preservatives or artificial colors, making it a healthy and natural option for dessert.

Instructions

1.	In a saucepan, bring the sugar and water to a boil. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
2.	Transfer the syrup to a bowl and let it cool.
3.	Add the grape juice, orange juice, and lemon juice to the bowl and stir well.
4.	Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and freeze for about 2 hours, or until partially frozen.
5.	Remove the dish from the freezer and use a fork to scrape the mixture into ice crystals.
6.	Place the dish back in the freezer for another 2 hours.
7.	Repeat steps 5 and 6 until the mixture is completely frozen and has the consistency of shaved ice.

PROS

This Italian Water Ice – Grape recipe is a perfect treat for hot summer days.

It is refreshing and contains only natural ingredients.

Plus, it’s low in calories and fat, making it a guilt-free dessert option.

CONS

This recipe requires multiple steps and takes some time to prepare.

Also, some people may find it too sweet or not sweet enough, depending on their taste preferences.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dessert is a healthy option compared to other sugary treats.
The grape juice used in this recipe is packed with antioxidants and vitamins.
Plus, the citrus juices provide a good source of vitamin C.

	2/3 cup sugar
	1 1/2 cups water
	1 cup grape juice
	1/4 cup orange juice
	2 tablespoons lemon juice