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Sunlit Strawberry Lemonade Granita

Explore our collection of vegan desserts and find inspiration for a refreshing summer treat with this Strawberry Lemonade Granita recipe.

Time: Prep: 15 mins / Cook: 4 hrs / Total: 4 hrs 15 mins
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: American, Vegan

Allergens

None

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Combine the strawberries, water, and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook until the strawberries have softened, then blend until smooth. Stir in the lemon juice and salt. Pour the mixture into a shallow pan and freeze until solid. Using a fork, scrape the surface of the granita every 30 minutes to create a snowy texture.

Chef’s Insight

The key to a perfect granita is patience and attention.

Notes

For a more intense strawberry flavor, macerate the strawberries with sugar before cooking.

Cultural or Historical Background

Granita originated in Sicily, Italy, where it has been enjoyed for centuries.