Brown Butter Granita
Prep
15 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This brown butter granita is one of my favorite summer desserts because it comes together in just forty minutes from start to finish. The nutty, caramelized flavor of brown butter paired with bright lemon and fresh mint creates something truly special, and honestly, it feels fancy without requiring any complicated techniques. Brown butter is rich in butyric acid, which supports gut health and digestion, so you're treating yourself well while indulging in something delicious. What I love most is how approachable this recipe is, even if you've never made a granita before, and the ingredients are probably already in your kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 250 gbrown butter
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 4 eggegg yolks(room temperature)
- 200 mlheavy cream
- 1 teaspoonfleur de sel
- 1 teaspoonfresh lemon zest
- 1 teaspoonvanilla extract
- 1 handfulfresh mint leaves
- 100 gice cubes
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Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, melt the brown butter over medium heat.
Tip: Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- 2
Once melted, add the granulated sugar and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture turns golden brown.
Tip: This should take about 5 minutes.
- 3
Remove the saucepan from the heat and whisk in the egg yolks, one at a time.
Tip: Make sure to temper the eggs by slowly pouring the hot butter mixture into the eggs.
- 4
Whisk in the heavy cream, fleur de sel, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
Tip: Make sure the mixture is well combined and smooth.
- 5
Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish and place in the freezer.
Tip: This will help the mixture to set and become more crystalline.
- 6
Every 30 minutes, remove the dish from the freezer and use a fork to scrape the mixture and break up any ice crystals that have formed.
Tip: This is called tempering and it will help to create a smooth, even texture.
- 7
Repeat this process for 2-3 hours, or until the mixture has reached the desired consistency.
Tip: The mixture should be scoopable and not too icy.
- 8
Just before serving, stir in the chopped fresh mint leaves.
Tip: This will add a bright and refreshing flavor to the granita.
- 9
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Tip: You can also serve the granita in individual glasses or bowls for a more elegant presentation.
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