Milk Chocolate Granita
Prep
20 mins
Cook
0 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Here's a simple frozen treat that I absolutely love making on warm afternoons. This milk chocolate granita comes together in just twenty minutes with no cooking required, making it perfect for when you want something impressive but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen. The beauty of this recipe is how the bright lemon juice cuts through the rich chocolate, creating this wonderfully balanced flavor that feels both indulgent and refreshing. Almond milk adds a subtle nuttiness while keeping things lighter, and the heavy cream creates that luxurious texture. It's an easy win for entertaining or just treating yourself to something special without breaking the bank or your schedule.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400 gmilk chocolate
- 150 gsugar
- 120 mlheavy cream
- 60 mlunsweetened almond milk
- 1 mlvanilla extract
- 0 gsalt
- 2 glemon zest
- 20 mllemon juice
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Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk chocolate, sugar, and salt. Heat over low heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved.
Tip: Use a double boiler if necessary.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the heavy cream, unsweetened almond milk, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Let it cool to room temperature.
Tip: Let it cool completely before proceeding.
- 3
Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish and freeze for at least 2 hours.
Tip: Use an ice cream maker for a creamier texture.
- 4
Once frozen, remove the granita from the freezer and use a fork to scrape it and break up any ice crystals.
Tip: This will create a slushy texture.
- 5
Repeat the scraping process every 30 minutes, until the desired consistency is reached.
Tip: This may take about 2-3 hours.
- 6
Serve the granita in glasses or cones and enjoy!
Tip: You can garnish with lemon slices or whipped cream, if desired.
- 7
To unmold, dip the baking dish into hot water for a few seconds and invert onto a serving plate.
Tip: This will help the granita release from the dish.
- 8
Serve immediately and enjoy!
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