Lemon Granita
This simple lemon granita is the perfect treat on a hot summer day! Its not too sweet and not too tart, and very easy to make!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed, around 2.5 lemons)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 4 cups ice
Instructions
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In a small pot, combine the lemon juice, water, sugar, and lemon zest. On a low heat, simmer until the sugar is dissolved (around 5 minutes). Turn off the stove and let mixture cool until room temperature.
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Transfer mixture to a high powered blender and add 4 cups of ice. Blend until smooth, approximately 1 minute.
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Serve immediately or transfer to a loaf pan lined with parchment paper and freeze until ready to serve!