Watermelon Granita

A refreshing, icy summer treat spiked with Italian liqueur.

SERVINGS

6

PREP TIME

30 min

FREEZE TIME

4 hr

Ingredients

  • 1
    small seedless watermelon, chopped (about 5 cups)
  • ½
    cup Campari or Aperol
  • ½
    cup agave nectar
  • ½
    teaspoon kosher salt

Directions

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 3

    Scoop the granita into 6 chilled glasses and serve immediately.

Recipe source: Real Simple