Tangerine Granita with Vanilla Bean Cream

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Tangerine Granita with Vanilla Bean Cream
250 min.
6
242kcal

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Indulge in a refreshing delight with our Tangerine Granita topped with luscious Vanilla Bean Cream. This elegant dessert is not only a feast for the eyes but also a tantalizing treat for your taste buds. Perfect for warm evenings or special gatherings, this granita captures the bright, zesty flavor of fresh tangerines, making it a standout option that is both vegetarian and gluten-free.

Creating this exquisite dessert is a delightful project that allows you to explore the simple yet transformative power of fresh ingredients. By combining soothing cream with fragrant vanilla bean and vibrant tangerine juice, you’re crafting a dessert that is both light and luxurious. The process involves freezing the tangerine mixture to create a fluffy texture, while the homemade vanilla cream adds a creamy contrast that elevates the dish to another level.

With just a few hours of preparation time, the end result is a stunning dessert that you can proudly serve to family and friends. Each spoonful of the granita, paired with the smoothness of vanilla cream, offers a unique experience that is both refreshing and satisfying. So why not treat yourself and your loved ones to this irresistible Tangerine Granita with Vanilla Bean Cream? Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.7 cup sugar 
  • cups tangerine juice fresh
  •  vanilla pod split
  • 0.8 cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Combine tangerine juice and 2/3 cup sugar in 8-inch square metal baking pan and whisk until sugar dissolves. Freeze tangerine mixture 1 hour, then stir well. Cover and freeze until solid, at least 3 hours or overnight.
  2. Place cream in small bowl. Scrape in seeds from vanilla bean; add bean.
  3. Mix in 2 tablespoons sugar. Cover bowl and refrigerate vanilla cream for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  4. Spoon 2 tablespoons vanilla cream into each of 6 glasses. Using fork, scrape granita into flakes. Mound granita into glasses and serve.
  5. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories242kcal
Protein2.35%
Fat40.4%
Carbs57.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.68
Glycemic Load
15.51
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
4.8643478025561%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Hesperetin
21.13mg
Naringenin
1.69mg
Quercetin
0.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:241.77kcal
12.09%
Fat:11.18g
17.2%
Saturated Fat:6.87g
42.95%
Carbohydrates:35.66g
11.89%
Net Carbohydrates:35.41g
12.88%
Sugar:35.27g
39.19%
Cholesterol:33.62mg
11.21%
Sodium:9.49mg
0.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.46g
2.92%
Vitamin C:36.49mg
44.23%
Vitamin A:749.78IU
15%
Potassium:248.54mg
7.1%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.09%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.99%
Calcium:42.09mg
4.21%
Phosphorus:34.54mg
3.45%
Vitamin D:0.48µg
3.17%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.11%
Magnesium:11.96mg
2.99%
Vitamin E:0.43mg
2.89%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.34%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.3%
Folate:7.36µg
1.84%
Copper:0.04mg
1.79%
Selenium:1.15µg
1.64%
Iron:0.29mg
1.6%
Source:Epicurious