Maple Granita

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 12

Refreshing and sweet Maple Granita recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

5 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3 1/2 cups water , preferrably spring water with no chlorine taste
	1/2 cup maple syrup , preferrably Canadian medium amber
	1 teaspoon gingerroot , finely minced
	3/4 cup lemon juice
	2 cups granulated sugar
	2 cups blueberries
	1/4 cup of fresh mint

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

212

Sugar

50g

Fat

This Maple Granita is a perfect dessert to enjoy during the dog days of summer. With its refreshing and sweet taste, it's sure to please everyone's palate. Granita is a dessert of Italian origin and is known for its coarse, crystalline texture and bold flavors. This recipe adds subtle notes of gingerroot and mint to elevate the taste even further. So, next time you are looking for a refreshing dessert, try making this Maple Granita.

Instructions

1.	In a saucepan, combine water, maple syrup, gingerroot, lemon juice, and granulated sugar.
2.	Bring mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
3.	Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes.
4.	Remove from heat and let cool, then pour mixture into a large baking dish.
5.	Stir in blueberries and fresh mint, then freeze mixture.
6.	Using a fork, scrape the surface of the mixture, creating icy flakes.
7.	Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This Maple Granita is a refreshing dessert that’s perfect for a hot summer day.

It’s low in fat and calories and the ginger and blueberries provide health benefits.

CONS

Granita has a high amount of sugar content, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

This recipe also requires a good amount of time to freeze, so it’s not ideal for last-minute dessert needs.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Gingerroot has anti-inflammatory properties and can help with digestion.
Blueberries are high in antioxidants and can promote heart health and healthy aging.