Almond Granita

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
6%
Almond Granita
45 min.
6
201kcal

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Indulge your senses with the refreshing flavor of Almond Granita, a delightful dessert that effortlessly combines simplicity and elegance. Perfect for a warm day or any special occasion, this gorgeous treat is not only vegetarian and gluten-free, but it also boasts a unique almond flavor that is sure to impress your guests.

Imagine the smooth taste of almond extract and the rich essence of almond paste coming together in a frozen delight. With toasted slivered almonds adding a delightful crunch, each spoonful offers a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will transport you to a sunny Mediterranean terrace. Made with wholesome ingredients like whole milk and just the right amount of sugar, it's a guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth.

This easy-to-follow recipe allows you to create a stunning granita in just 45 minutes of active preparation time, but the waiting pays off as it freezes to perfection. Not only does it look beautiful presented in a bowl or glass, but it’s also a versatile dessert that can be made up to three days in advance, making it a convenient choice for entertaining.

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself, Almond Granita is sure to become a beloved staple in your dessert repertoire. Serve it chilled, and let the refreshing, nutty flavors awaken your palate. Don’t miss out on this delightful dessert that’s both easy to make and heavenly to taste!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon almond extract 
  • 0.3 cup almond paste (not marzipan;)
  • ounces slivered almonds cooled toasted chopped
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 1.3 cups milk whole

Equipment

  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Purée all ingredients with 1 1/4 cups water in ablender until smooth. Set a fine-mesh strainerover a 9x9x2" metal baking pan; strain,discarding solids. Freeze mixture for 1 hour.Stir, mashing any frozen parts with the backof a fork. Cover and freeze mixture until firm,about 2 hours. Using a fork, scrape granitavigorously to form icy flakes. DO AHEAD: Can be made 3 days ahead. Cover tightly withfoil and keep frozen. Give it a quick scrapebefore serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories201kcal
Protein10.59%
Fat48.96%
Carbs40.45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.68
Glycemic Load
8.79
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
7.5121738824022%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.35mg
Catechin
0.18mg
Epigallocatechin
0.37mg
Epicatechin
0.09mg
Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Isorhamnetin
0.37mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:200.59kcal
10.03%
Fat:11.36g
17.47%
Saturated Fat:1.73g
10.83%
Carbohydrates:21.11g
7.04%
Net Carbohydrates:18.88g
6.87%
Sugar:17.66g
19.62%
Cholesterol:6.1mg
2.03%
Sodium:20.48mg
0.89%
Alcohol:0.23g
100%
Alcohol %:0.34%
100%
Protein:5.52g
11.05%
Vitamin E:4.93mg
32.87%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.44%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
16.1%
Phosphorus:143.96mg
14.4%
Magnesium:56.75mg
14.19%
Calcium:117.11mg
11.71%
Copper:0.19mg
9.54%
Fiber:2.23g
8.9%
Potassium:211.06mg
6.03%
Zinc:0.79mg
5.28%
Vitamin B12:0.27µg
4.57%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.36%
Iron:0.68mg
3.8%
Vitamin D:0.56µg
3.73%
Vitamin B3:0.7mg
3.52%
Folate:13.14µg
3.29%
Selenium:2.01µg
2.87%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.7%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.67%
Vitamin A:82.49IU
1.65%
Source:Epicurious