Raspberry Granita Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a blender, combine fresh raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
• STEP 2.Pour the mixture into a shallow dish or a baking pan and place it in the freezer.
• STEP 3.After 1 hour, use a fork to scrape the frozen edges of the mixture towards the center.
• STEP 4.Repeat the scraping process every 30 minutes for about 3-4 hours, or until the granita has a slushy texture.
• STEP 5.Serve the raspberry granita in chilled glasses and garnish with fresh raspberries if desired.

Cooking Tips

• You can strain the raspberry mixture before freezing to remove the seeds if desired.
• For a boozy twist, add a splash of raspberry liqueur or vodka to the mixture before freezing.
• If the granita becomes too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scraping.

Storage and Serving

• Raspberry granita is best served immediately after it reaches the desired slushy texture.
• Serve it as a refreshing dessert on its own or as a topping for other desserts like ice cream or yogurt.