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Delightful Watermelon Granita Recipe (3 Ingredients!)

Watermelon Granita Recipe

This refreshing watermelon granita is the ultimate summer dessert icy, naturally sweet, and made with just 3 ingredients. It’s hydrating, easy to prep, and perfect for hot days or light desserts.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: italian inspired
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Freezing Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Calories: 118kcal
Author: Jacob Allen
Servings: 6

Equipment

  • Sharp Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Blender or Food Processor
  • Fine mesh strainer (optional)
  • Shallow freezer-safe dish (metal or glass works best)
  • Fork
  • Spoon for serving

Ingredients

  • 1.3 kg watermelon
  • ⅓ cup Sugar
  • 1 orange

Instructions

  • Cut the watermelon into chunks, removing seeds if needed.
    Cut the watermelon into chunks, removing seeds if needed.
  • Blend watermelon, sugar, and juice from one orange until smooth.
    Blend watermelon, sugar, and juice from one orange until smooth.
  • (Optional) Strain the mixture through a mesh strainer for a smoother texture.
    (Optional) Strain the mixture through a mesh strainer for a smoother texture.
  • Pour the liquid into a shallow freezer-safe dish.
    Pour the liquid into a shallow freezer-safe dish.
  • Freeze for 1 hour, then scrape with a fork to break up ice crystals.
  • Repeat scraping every 30–45 minutes for 3 hours until flaky and frozen.
  • Fluff with a fork before serving.
  • Scoop into bowls and enjoy immediately or store in freezer for up to a week.
    Delightful Watermelon Granita Recipe (3 Ingredients!)

Nutrition

Calories: 118kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Sugar: 27g