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 the refreshing delight of Tangerine Granita with Vanilla Bean Cream, a perfect dessert that captures the essence of sunny citrus flavors. This vibrant treat is not only a feast for the eyes but also a guilt-free indulgence, as it is both vegetarian and gluten-free. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a stunning dessert that will impress your family and friends.

The star of this recipe is the fresh tangerine juice, which brings a bright and zesty flavor that dances on your palate. Combined with a touch of sugar, the granita is a light and icy treat that is perfect for warm days or as a palate cleanser between courses. The addition of rich vanilla bean cream elevates this dessert to a whole new level, providing a creamy contrast to the icy granita. The aromatic vanilla bean infuses the cream with a luxurious flavor that complements the tangy tangerine beautifully.

With a preparation time of just over four hours, most of which is hands-off freezing time, this dessert is surprisingly easy to make. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself, Tangerine Granita with Vanilla Bean Cream is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So gather your ingredients, unleash your inner chef, and get ready to savor this delightful dessert that celebrates the vibrant flavors of tangerines!

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