Grapefruit And Campari Granita Recipe

Beat the heat with this elegant Grapefruit & Campari Granita! A sophisticated twist on a classic summer cocktail, this icy dessert combines the tartness of grapefruit with the bitter-sweetness of Campari and a bubbly lift of soda. Easy to make and incredibly refreshing, it's the perfect end to a warm day or a delightful addition to your next summer gathering. Get ready for a taste of sunshine!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 250 mins
Calories 188.7 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Grapefruit And Campari Granita

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How to Make Grapefruit And Campari Granita

  1. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1/2 cup of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  2. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool completely to room temperature.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the cooled sugar syrup, 1 1/2 cups of fresh grapefruit juice, 1/2 cup of Campari, and 2 tablespoons of sparkling water or club soda.
  4. Pour the mixture into a shallow, metal baking dish (about 9x13 inches). Freeze for 30 minutes.
  5. Remove from freezer and use a fork to vigorously scrape and break up any ice crystals. This helps create the characteristic granita texture.
  6. Return to the freezer and repeat steps 5 every 30-40 minutes for a total of 3-4 hours, or until the granita is firm but not completely solid.
  7. Once frozen, scrape the granita with a fork to create a light and fluffy texture.
  8. Serve immediately in chilled glasses. Garnish with a grapefruit zest curl for an extra touch of elegance.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

152g

Fat

0g

Carbs

15g