Description
Looking for a light dessert to add to your holiday menu? Consider this simple Cranberry Granita! With its perfect balance of tartness and sweetness, this Midwest take on a Sicilian classic is sure to please. And as an added bonus, it can also serve as a base for holiday cocktails.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups water
- 5 oz cranberries (approximately 1 1/2 cups washed and sorted)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp lime juice
Instructions
- Place the water, cranberries, juice, and sugar into a small saucepan, set over medium-high heat, and simmer until the berries begin to pop (approximately 7 minutes). Remove from the heat.
- Puree with a stick blender, blender, or food processor, for 1 minute.
- Pass the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl or directly into a metal 13 by 9-inch pan lined with a silicon matte. Do not press on the skins. Allow the juice to drip through the mesh strainer naturally.
- Place in the freezer until set, at least 6 hours (overnight is even better).
- Once frozen, scrape the mixture with a fork to create a shaved ice texture. Serve immediately in a small ice cream dish or add to your favorite cocktail.
Notes
Nutritional Facts:
These numbers are based on the serving size stated. All are estimates and you should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other healthcare professional.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Italian, Midwest
Nutrition
- Calories: 167
- Sugar: 41
- Sodium: 6
- Fat: 0.2
- Saturated Fat: 0.002
- Carbohydrates: 43
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 0.1