Chocolate Granita

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, butter, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.

3. 3

   In a separate saucepan, heat the heavy cream and milk over medium heat until it starts to simmer.

4. 4

   Remove the cream mixture from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let it cool slightly.

5. 5

   Add the cocoa powder to the cream mixture and stir until well combined.

6. 6

   Pour the cream mixture into a large bowl and let it cool to room temperature.

7. 7

   Melt the dark chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.

8. 8

   Whisk the egg into the cooled cream mixture until well combined.

9. 9

   Pour the melted chocolate into the cream mixture and whisk until smooth.

10. 10

    Pour the mixture into a 20x20cm (8x8 inch) baking dish and freeze until set, about 2-3 hours.

11. 11

    Scrape the mixture with a fork to form crystals and transfer to a serving dish.

12. 12

    Serve the chocolate granita chilled, garnished with cocoa powder or chocolate shavings if desired.