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Watermelon Granita Frozen Dessert

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  • Author: Pamela
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Freezing
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Watermelon Granita Frozen Dessert is the ultimate summer refresher that combines the juicy sweetness of ripe watermelon with a touch of lemon for a light, icy treat. Perfect for parties, picnics, or just a hot afternoon, this granita is incredibly easy to make and can be customized with other fruits or flavors. It’s a delicious way to cool off and impress your friends and family!


Ingredients

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  • 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cut the watermelon into cubes and blend until smooth.
  2. Combine blended watermelon with sugar and lemon juice; blend until well mixed.
  3. Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness if desired.
  4. Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and freeze for 1 hour.
  5. Scrape with a fork every 30 minutes until fluffy (approximately 2 hours total).
  6. Serve in bowls or glasses and garnish with mint leaves.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 70
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 1mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg