About this recipe
This Aperol Spritz granita is the perfect way to start or end a get-together. It’s fresh, easy to make, and perfect for a summer evening or a day at the pool.
What is a granita?
A granita is a semi-frozen Italian dessert made from water, sugar, and various flavorings, often fruit or fruit juices. The mixture is frozen and then scraped with a fork or spoon to create a coarse, crystalline texture.
Popular flavors for granita include lemon, orange, coffee, almond, and strawberry, though many other variations exist. Granita is typically served in a glass or bowl and can be enjoyed as a refreshing treat during hot weather or as a palate cleanser between courses in a meal.
Aperol granita Ingredients
- Aperol. Aperol is an Italian aperitif, a low-alcohol, flavored, slightly bitter liqueur with a distinctive bright orange color.
- Prosecco, use the prosecco of your choice.
- Soda water, simple syrup
- Orange juice is best if you use fresh orange juice.
- Orange slice for serving.
How to make the Aperol spritz Granita
Mix all the ingredients in a large pitcher. Pour into an 8×8-inch freezer-safe container. Freeze for at least two hours or overnight.
When frozen, scrape with a fork and serve in an ice cream or small wine glass. Finish with one or two orange slices.
Tips for making the best granita
- Make your granita ahead of time. It can be stored in the freezer for one or two days without problem.
- Scrape your granita ahead of time and store it in an ice cream container in the freezer. Serve as usual.
- Always use high-quality ingredients and taste them before adding them to the pitcher.
- When mixing the ingredients, always taste them before adding them to the freezing dish.
Frequently asked questions
Aperol Spritz Granita
Equipment
- 1 8×8 freezer safe dish
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Aperol
- 1 cup Prosecco
- 1 cup Sparkling water
- 1 cup Simple syrup
- 1 cup Orange juice
- 1 Orange slice to serve
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients in a pitcher and taste. Pour the mix into the dish and freeze for two hours minimum.Scrape the granita with a fork or spoon. SErve and top with an orange slice.
Notes
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir the mixture gently until the sugar is completely dissolved. Make sure not to let the mixture come to a boil, as this can cause the sugar to caramelize or create a thicker syrup than intended.
Nutrition
information
Nutritional information of this recipe is only an estimate, the accuracy for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
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