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Chilled Kiwi Granita with Kiwi Flavor Extract – Refreshing Summer Ice

Chilled Kiwi Granita with Kiwi Flavor Extract – Refreshing Summer Ice

Dolce Flav

Servings

4

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

120 minutes

Category

Kiwi

This chilled kiwi granita starts by blending fresh kiwis with sugar, honey, and lemon juice into a smooth, sweet, slightly tart puree. An optional touch of kiwi flavor extract amps up the fruit’s aroma. The mixture is frozen, then gently scraped or stirred during freezing to create fluffy, shimmering ice crystals. The result is a light, refreshing Kiwi Granita—tangy, sweet, and perfect for cooling off on a warm day.

Ingredients

  • 4 ripe kiwis, peeled and pureed

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)

  • 2 tablespoons honey

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

  • ½ to 1 teaspoon natural kiwi flavor extract (start small to enhance aroma)

Directions

  1. Puree the Kiwis: In a blender, combine the peeled kiwis, sugar, honey, and lemon juice; blend until smooth and vibrant.

  2. Add Extract (Optional): Stir in ½–1 teaspoon of natural kiwi flavor extract to intensify the fruity fragrance—adjust to taste.

  3. Freeze Mixture: Transfer the puree to a shallow container and lay flat in the freezer.

  4. Create Light Flakes: Every 30 minutes, use a fork to scrape or stir the edges into the center, breaking frozen parts into fluffy crystalline granita.

  5. Repeat Until Frozen: Continue scraping every half hour until the granita is uniformly frozen with a light, flaky texture—about 2 hours total.

  6. Serve Chilled: Scoop into dessert glasses or bowls and serve immediately for the best snowy texture.

  7. Optional Garnish: Add fresh kiwi slices or a sprig of mint for visual flair.