Refreshing Blueberry Granita Recipe

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Refreshing Blueberry Granita Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
430 mins
Total Time:
450mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 16, 2024

This homemade blueberry granita is a delicious and refreshing treat perfect for hot summer days. Made with fresh blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice, this icy dessert is easy to make and bursting with sweet and tangy flavors. Enjoy it as a light and fruity dessert or a palate cleanser between courses.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups fresh blueberries
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Directions

  1. In a blender, puree the blueberries until smooth.
  2. Strain the blueberry puree through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl to remove the seeds.
  3. Stir in the sugar and lemon juice until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  4. Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and place it in the freezer.
  5. Every hour, scrape the mixture with a fork to break up any ice crystals until it reaches a granita consistency, about 4 hours.
  6. Serve the blueberry granita in chilled glasses and garnish with fresh blueberries.
  7. Enjoy this refreshing treat on a hot summer day!

Interesting Facts

  • Granita is a traditional Italian frozen dessert made with sugar, water, and flavorings.
  • Blueberries are packed with antioxidants and are a superfood for overall health and well-being.