This Summer Granita Is Beyond Easy to Make

By Sarah Lipoff

Published on 6/7/2016 at 3:07 PM

The next time you're hosting people for a Summer gathering, make dessert the easiest part of the meal thanks to this elevated granita. It's between an Italian ice and sorbet, filled with fresh fruit flavor and a bit of infused vodka [Link to SMIRNOFF Sourced]. With minimal effort, the dish comes together with help from your freezer, and then you can scoop it into pretty serving bowls. Top with lemon slices and mint sprigs for a really pretty finish to any meal.

POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Strawberry and Ruby Red Grapefruit Granita

Cook Time4 hours
Yield4 servings

From Sarah Lipoff, POPSUGAR Food

INGREDIENTS

    • 1 cup strawberries, chopped
    • 1/4 cup Smirnoff Sourced Ruby Red Grapefruit [Link to SMIRNOFF Sourced]
    • 1 tablespoon superfine sugar
    • 1 cup water
    • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
    • Lime slice for garnish
    • Mint sprig for garnish

    INSTRUCTIONS

    1. Place the strawberries, Smirnoff Sourced, sugar, water, and lemon juice in a blender and pulse until smooth.

    2. Pour into a shallow container, like a brownie pan, and place in the freezer.

    3. Every hour, use a fork to break up the mixture until it resembles coarse sand.

    4. Scoop into serving containers and top with a lemon wedge and mint garnish. Serve immediately.