![]() ![]() Cover tightly and freeze overnight or up to 14 days.Check every 30 minutes and scrape again each time until completely frozen.Scrape the semi-frozen mixture into icy crystals then put back into the freezer.Pour into a 9 by 13 pan and freeze for about an hour.Add the cubed fruit, sugar, water, and citrus zest and juice to the blender.Optional: herbs such as basil or mint Steps: Alternatively you can make a simple syrup which is a fancy way of saying that you first dissolve the sugar in hot water.Ĭitrus: Zest and fresh citrus juice have the ability to brighten the flavor of the melons. First, you can simply add it cold to the mixture before blending. Water: You have two options in adding the water. ![]() Alternatively you can use honey or maple syrup to sweeten the flavors. Ripe melons may not need any added sugar at all. Taste your melons first to determine how much sweetener to add. Sugar: Granulated sugar adds the sweetness. Traditional cantaloupe or watermelon also are good choices. Melon: Try unique types of melons like Canary, Galia, Hami, Lemon Drop, or Orange Honeydew. If you’re looking for a vegan dessert then make sure the sugar or other sweetener you choose is certified vegan. Fruit is a safe bet for many special diets. Making a gluten free, dairy free, vegan recipe is no problem when the ingredient list is short and simple. Remove the skin and cube the flesh of the fruit.It doesn’t take long to prepare fresh melon. They make a great option for frozen desserts like this granita, or try it in sorbet or gelato. Enjoy them in the same way as a cantaloupe - eat the fruit on its own, in fruit salads, in smoothies, or in summer salads. Their seeds have an orange tint.Ĭanary melons are oblong and from about 2 to 3.5 pounds. Similar to a honeydew in texture, Canary melons are smooth and mildly sweet. Check out these Canary Melons from Five Crowns, a farm in California.Ĭanary melons are bright yellow on the outside and yield a very light green fruit on the interior. Of course Sprouts offers traditional melons like cantaloupe and watermelon, but it is the specialty melons that caught my eye. Read about some of the specialty melons in this informative article by Sprouts that talks all about Melon-mania! I love shopping at Sprouts because their produce options broaden my horizons. You’ll find over 10 varieties of melons at your local Sprouts Farmers Market. Today we’re focusing on the beauty of fresh melons. Whether you are looking for water ice or trying to replicate the Hawaiian shave ice you sampled on vacation, this granita recipe is for you. Homemade granita is similar to that old time favorite summer dessert. ![]() Who else remembers buying water ice from the ice cream man? What a perfect treat at the beach! We’d hem and haw over what flavor to buy and then savor every bite. Once you learn the simple technique of freezing the pureed mixture and frequently scraping the icy crystals, you’ll want granita in all the flavors of summer! Granita is an icy treat that is sure to cool you off in the summer heat. All opinions are my own and do not necessarily reflect those of Sprouts Farmers Market. I appreciate the opportunity to share recipes made with ingredients from brands I trust and support. This post is sponsored by Sprouts Farmers Market. ![]() With a short list of ingredients and only a few steps, granita is a summer dessert that is a crowd-pleaser! Make melon granita with any variety of melons such as canary melon, cantaloupe, or watermelon. Granita is a frozen dessert that is similar to water ice, sorbet, or even Hawaiian shave ice. ![]()
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