Watermelon Granita
June 11, 2023
A refreshing, icy summer treat spiked with Italian liqueur.
SERVINGS
6
PREP TIME
30 min
FREEZE TIME
4 hr
Ingredients
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1small seedless watermelon, chopped (about 5 cups)
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½cup Campari or Aperol
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½cup agave nectar
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½teaspoon kosher salt
Directions
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1
Purée the watermelon in a blender and measure out 4 cups; reserve any remaining purée for smoothies or ice pops. Whisk in the liqueur, agave nectar and salt until the agave and salt are dissolved.
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2
Transfer the mixture to a 9×13 dish and freeze for 4 hours, scraping the mixture with a fork once every hour to create small flakes. The granita can be frozen, covered, for up to one week.
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3
Scoop the granita into 6 chilled glasses and serve immediately.
Recipe source: Real Simple