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Cherry Granita

Looking for a cool and refreshing treat to beat the heat this summer? Look no further than this delicious cherry granita!

Prep Time
10 mins
Freezing Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 10 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 79 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian , American

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces fresh, pitted cherries (can substitute frozen cherries off season)
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 4 teaspoons honey or sweetener of your choice (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Optional garnishes: whipped cream, lime zest

Instructions

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  1. Blend all of the ingredients together in a blender. Adjust sweetness to taste. Pour the mixture into a shallow glass baking dish and place in the freezer.
  2. Remove the dish after 30 minutes and using a fork, scrape the mixture, breaking up any icy clumps. Return the dish to the freezer. Repeat the process every thirty minutes or so, scraping the mixture with a fork to break up the ice crystals and create a light and fluffy texture. It should take about 2 hours total.
  3. Scoop the granita into dessert bowls or glasses. Serve plain or garnish with whipped cream and/or lime zest. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information

Serving 0g Calories 79kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 20.4g (7%) Protein 1.1g (2%) Fat 0.1g (0%) Saturated Fat 0g (0%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0g Monounsaturated Fat 0g Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 1mg (0%) Potassium 0mg (0%) Fiber 2.1g (8%) Sugar 0g (0%) Vitamin A 0IU (0%) Vitamin C 0mg (0%) Calcium 0mg (0%) Iron 0mg (0%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 79

% Daily Value*

Serving 0g
Calories 79kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 20.4g 7%
Protein 1.1g 2%
Fat 0.1g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g 0%
Monounsaturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Potassium 0mg 0%
Fiber 2.1g 8%
Sugar 0g 0%
Vitamin A 0IU 0%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 0mg 0%
Iron 0mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.