Refreshing icy dessert served with brioche bread.
A quintessential Sicilian treat: semi-frozen granita with a smooth, dense texture, traditionally served in the morning with a soft brioche bun for dipping.
Serves 6
Dissolve sugar in hot water, let cool completely.
Combine cooled syrup with fruit juice and vanilla.
Freeze in shallow pan, stir with fork every 30 minutes for 3 hours.
Scoop into chilled cups, serve with brioche for dipping.
Stir frequently for proper texture
Serve very cold
Brioche can be toasted lightly
Use coffee for affogato-style
Add liqueur for adults
Store in freezer up to 2 weeks.
Granita is a beloved Sicilian summer tradition dating back centuries.
Granita is icier and more crystalline, while gelato is denser and creamier.
Per serving · 6 servings total
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