Chill out with these 6 granita recipes
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Chill out with these 6 granita recipes

If you’re keen on whipping up some ice-cold treats this summer, but you’re not big on using an ice-cream maker or don’t have ice-lolly moulds, we’ve got some great news for you! A granita is a refreshing icy dessert that you can make using almost any fruit. If you’re keen on a delightfully cooling, crunchy bite that melts in your mouth, we suggest you keep reading.

This frozen dessert originates in Sicily and is very similar to sorbet (and Italian ice), except it’s made by hand. Its texture can vary from coarse to smooth depending on your preference.

The idea is simple. If you’re using very juicy fruit, blend it and add sugar; if your fruit is dry, add a little water. Pour the mixture into a shallow oven tray or baking sheet and freeze for 30–40 minutes until almost completely frozen. At this point use a fork to scrape the partially frozen granita to break it into chunks. Return to the freezer, then scrape again after a further 40 minutes. Once you’ve done it for a third time, freeze once more before serving.

LEMON-AND-VANILLA GRANITA

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STRAWBERRY-AND-MINT GRANITA

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LIME-AND-COCONUT MILK GRANITA

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MUSCADEL GRANITA

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LAYERED RASPBERRY AND MOCHA GRANITA

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STRAWBERRY GRANITA WITH FROMAGE BLANC

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Discover more summertime treat recipes here.

Melissa Scheepers Article by: Melissa Scheepers

Woolworths TASTE’s online content producer has faced constant temptation since joining the team last year. When she’s not thinking about her next meal (it’s usually a variation of a cheese toastie), she’s researching the best cooking methods for her next article.

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