Description
Coconut Granita is a refreshing frozen dessert that transports you to a tropical paradise with every spoonful. This easy-to-make treat combines creamy coconut milk and a hint of lime for a delightful balance of sweetness and zest. Perfect for hot summer days, parties, or simply as a special indulgence at home, Coconut Granita can be served alone or topped with chocolate sauce for an extra touch of decadence. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you’ll have a delicious dessert that’s both light and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1/4 cup sugar (or honey)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 lime (optional)
- Chocolate sauce (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, pour the coconut milk.
- In a microwave-safe dish, combine the sugar and water. Microwave until simmering; stir until dissolved. Let cool slightly before mixing into the coconut milk. Squeeze in the juice of half a lime if desired.
- Place the mixture in the freezer. Every 30 minutes, use a fork to scrape the mixture until it reaches a fluffy granita texture, about 2 hours.
- Serve in glasses topped with optional chocolate sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg