Best 2 Lime Granita With Candied Mint Leaves And Crème Fraîche Recipes

Kick off your summer gatherings with a refreshing treat - Lime Granita with Candied Mint Leaves and Crème Fraîche. This delightful frozen dessert boasts a vibrant lime flavor enhanced by the sweetness of candied mint leaves and the creaminess of crème fraîche. Dive into the zesty world of this icy treat as we take you through the step-by-step process of making this delectable dish. Experience the perfect blend of tangy and sweet with each spoonful, leaving your taste buds invigorated.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

LIME GRANITA AND CANDIED LIME ZEST

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Provided by Food Network

Time 4h

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 cup of freshly squeezed lime juice
1 cup sugar
2 cups of water
Candied lime zest, recipe follows
5 limes zested
1 cups water
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

Put all ingredients except lime zest in a pot and bring to a boil. Strain and pour into shallow pan. Place in freezer and every twenty minutes stir with a fork until ice crystals form and it is nice and fluffy. Candied lime zest: Cover the zest with cold water and bring to a boil. Strain zest and repeat process 3 times. After the fourth time add 1 cup water and 1/2 cup sugar and cook slowly until zest is soft. Remove zest to parchment paper and cool. Use as a garnish for the granita.

EASY LIME GRANITA (2 WAYS)

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Only three ingredients and you have a delicious, fresh Lime Granita. Try it either freezer or ice cream maker methods. An easy Summer Treat.

Provided by Rosemary Molloy

Categories Dessert Snack

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup sugar
3/4 cup lime juice ((strained))
zest 1 lime
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup sugar
3/4 cup lime juice
zest 1 lime

Steps:

In a small pot on medium high heat combine the sugar and water, bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Let cool completely.
When the syrup has cooled had the strained lime juice and zest, whisk to combine. Pour into a freezer safe bowl. Place in the freezer for approximately 1 hour (may be more or less time depending on your freezer).
Remove bowl from the freezer and with a fork break up the ice and mix to combine. Repeat 3-4 times or until the mixture is slushy. Serve in a tall glass with a spoon.
Follow the same steps for the freezer method, but instead of pouring into a bowl pour into the ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's directions, 25-30 minutes or until mixture becomes compact and creamy. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Sodium 5 mg, Sugar 25 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

Use freshly squeezed lime juice for the best flavor.
If you don't have a juicer, you can grate the zest of 2 limes and add it to the sugar syrup.
To make the candied mint leaves, use fresh mint leaves that are free of blemishes.
Dip the mint leaves in the egg white, then the sugar, and let them dry on a wire rack.
The granita can be made ahead of time and frozen for up to 2 weeks.
To serve, spoon the granita into chilled glasses and top with candied mint leaves and crème fraîche.

Conclusion:

This refreshing and flavorful lime granita is the perfect dessert for a hot summer day. The tangy lime flavor is balanced by the sweetness of the sugar syrup and the creaminess of the crème fraîche. The candied mint leaves add a touch of elegance and a pop of color. This dessert is sure to impress your guests and is a great way to use up any leftover limes.