FRESH STRAWBERRY GRANITA

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Categories     Berry     Fruit     Dessert     Freeze/Chill     Frozen Dessert     Strawberry     Spring     Summer     Vegan     Bon Appétit     Fat Free     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup hot water
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 cups sliced hulled strawberries (1 pound whole berries) plus additional berries for garnish

Steps:

  • Stir first 3 ingredients in small bowl until sugar dissolves. Blend 3 cups strawberries in processor until smooth. Add sugar syrup and blend until combined.
  • Pour mixture into 13x9x2-inch nonstick metal baking pan. Freeze until icy around edges, about 25 minutes. Using fork, stir icy portions into middle of pan. Freeze until mixture is frozen, stirring edges into center every 20 to 30 minutes, about 1 1/2 hours. Using fork, scrape granita into flaky crystals. Cover tightly and freeze. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep frozen.) Scrape granita into bowls. Garnish with berries and serve.

Blake S
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This granita was a disappointment. The flavor was bland and the texture was icy. I won't be making this again.


waheeda mohammed
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This strawberry granita is the perfect summer dessert. It's light, refreshing, and full of flavor. I love that it's made with fresh strawberries, so it's a healthy option too.


Ruweydo C laahi
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I've never made granita before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The granita was so refreshing and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Kei Wilson
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This granita was delicious! The strawberry flavor was very strong and the texture was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Shafik
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I made this granita for a brunch party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's so light and refreshing.


SuMyat htwe
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This recipe was easy to follow and the granita turned out great! It was the perfect treat for a hot summer day.


Saudatu Bangura
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This granita was a bit too icy for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I'll try making it again with less water.


Juan David Martelo Reales
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Wow! This strawberry granita is incredible. It's so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of strawberries and lemon. This is the perfect summer dessert.


Samson Ifesinachi
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This was a great way to use up some of my extra strawberries. It was super easy to make and the results were delicious. I'll definitely be making this again!


Ashley Lee
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I've made this granita several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so light and fluffy, and the strawberry flavor is amazing. I love that it's made with fresh strawberries, so it's a healthy dessert option too.


Lordricks Somtoo
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This strawberry granita was a hit at my summer party! It was so refreshing and easy to make. I couldn't believe how quickly it came together. The flavors were perfect, with the sweetness of the strawberries balanced by the tartness of the lemon. I wi