Ingredients
- 5 cups of cold water
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons of lemon zest
Directions
- In a medium bowl, combine the water and sugar. Stir until the sugar has dissolved.
- Add the lemon juice and zest to the mixture and stir until combined.
- Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Place the baking dish in the freezer and freeze for 3 hours, stirring every 30 minutes.
- Once the granita has frozen completely, use a fork to scrape the surface and break up the ice crystals.
- Serve the granita in chilled glasses and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
- Granita is a traditional Italian dessert that has been enjoyed for centuries.
- Granita is usually served in a glass, with a spoon or straw to scoop the ice.
- Granita is often flavored with fruit juices or syrups, and can be made with or without alcohol.
