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Granita di Caffè Con Panna • Italian Coffee Granita
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Granita di Caffè Con Panna Recipe (Italian Coffee Granita) | Club Foody

Deliciously refreshing, this Granita di Caffè Con Panna (Italian Coffee Granita) is the perfect cold treat to enjoy this summer!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Passive time6 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Francine Lizotte
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword Easy Recipe, Elegant Cuisine, Gluten Free, Ice Cream & More, Low Sodium, Summer Food

Ingredients

GRANITA

  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 1/3 cup vanilla sugar tips & tricks
  • 1 1/4 cups freshly brewed espresso coffee
  • 1 ounce Grand Marnier
  • 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract

WHIPPED CREAM

  • 1 cup 35% heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp. powdered sugar tips & tricks
  • 1/2 tbsp. cocoa powder, for dusting

Directions

  • In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, add water and vanilla sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and remove from the heat.
  • Add freshly brewed espresso, Grand Marnier and pure vanilla extract. Stir well and let it cool off for 10 minutes.
  • Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and transfer to the freezer for 1:30 hours.
  • Take the mixture out of the freezer and scrape the frozen crystals, using a fork. Return to the freezer for 1 hour; repeat the process 5 more times.
  • When ready to serve, spoon whipped cream (*see Footnote) at the bottom of a glass or dessert cup. Add some granita and top with more whipped cream. Sprinkle on some cocoa powder. Serve immediately

Notes

Footnote: Click here to make the Perfect Whipped Cream