CRANBERRY-CHAMPAGNE GRANITA

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After serving a heavy holiday meal, I like to offer a light, refreshing dessert, like this gorgeous granita. Because it can be made ahead, there's no last-minute fuss. -Joyce Gemperlein, Rockville, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 4

3-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1-3/4 cups unsweetened cranberry juice
1-1/2 cups sugar
1-3/4 cups champagne

Steps:

  • Place the lime zest in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1 minute. Drain and discard liquid; set the zest aside. , In a small saucepan, bring cranberry juice and sugar to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; stir in champagne and lime zest., Transfer to a 13x9x2-in. dish; cool to room temperature. Freeze for 1 hour; stir with a fork. Freeze 2-3 hours longer or until completely frozen, stirring every 30 minutes., Stir granita with a fork just before serving; spoon into dessert dishes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 7mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

kayemba ibrahim
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks delicious!


Abdul Naseer
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This granita is a winner! I highly recommend it.


Precious Huni
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in my household.


ANOINTED MEDIA NETWORK
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This granita is the perfect way to end a meal. It's light and refreshing, and it doesn't weigh you down.


Giphan Canivil
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I love that this granita is made with fresh cranberries. It gives it such a bright and tart flavor.


Xyion Brooks
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This is the best granita I've ever had. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


MD BAKIR ISLAM
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I made this granita for a brunch party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Abubakr Malik
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This granita is so easy to make, and it's the perfect way to use up leftover cranberries.


Ifeanyi Orji
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I love the combination of cranberries and champagne in this granita. It's so unique and flavorful.


Arisma Prins
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This is the perfect dessert for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Malik Atif
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I've made this granita several times now and it's always a hit. It's so simple to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


jackie chan
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Easy to make and so refreshing! I love that it can be made ahead of time, too. Perfect for summer parties.


wasif teem karanchi
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This cranberry champagne granita was absolutely delicious! The perfect balance of tart and sweet, and the champagne gave it a festive touch. I served it at my New Year's Eve party and it was a huge hit.