Ingredients for Italian Ice
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups lemon juice
- lemon zest
- 2 cups lime juice
- lime zest
- 1 cup pureed strawberries
- semisweet chocolate
- maraschino cherries
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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How to Make Italian Ice
- In a medium saucepan, dissolve 1 cup of granulated sugar in 1 cup of water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Add 2 cups of your choice of fruit juice (e.g., lemon, orange, cranberry), 1 cup of pureed strawberries, or 1/2 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder.
- If using fruit juice, let the mixture stand for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Then, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any pulp or seeds.
- Pour the mixture into a shallow freezer-safe container. Freeze, stirring every 30-45 minutes with a fork or whisk, until the mixture is thick and slushy (approximately 2-3 hours).
- Serve immediately in chilled champagne flutes or dessert glasses. Garnish with fresh berries, a sprig of mint, or a dusting of cocoa powder for an elegant touch.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
162g
Fat
26g
Carbs
16g
