Indulge in the delightful flavors of maple granita, a refreshing Italian dessert that will transport your taste buds to a world of sweet, icy bliss. This frozen treat is crafted with a symphony of simple yet exquisite ingredients, allowing the pure taste of maple syrup to shine through. Discover the art of making this delectable dessert in three enticing variations: a classic maple granita, a boozy maple bourbon granita for a touch of sophistication, and a creamy maple coconut granita that blends the sweetness of maple with the tropical notes of coconut. Each recipe offers a unique taste experience, ensuring there's a perfect granita for every palate. So, embark on a culinary journey and let the symphony of maple flavors serenade your senses.
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MAPLE-ORANGE GRANITA
To make sorbet, freeze juice mixture until solid, break into chunks, and pulse in a food processor until smooth.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Time 2h45m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Stir 2 tablespoons syrup and pinch of salt into juice. Transfer to a shallow 2-quart dish. Freeze 2 hours, scraping with a fork every 30 minutes (mixture should icy and fluffy).
- Stir together sour cream, remaining tablespoon syrup, pinch of salt, and cardamom if using. Divide among 4 bowls. Top with granita and orange segments.
MAPLE PECAN GRANOLA
This is a great snack or cereal. On cold winter mornings, pour on a little milk and heat in the microwave for a warm and comforting breakfast.
Provided by Dianne
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Cereals Granola Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix oats, pecans, walnuts, flax seed, and cinnamon in a large bowl.
- Stir canola oil, maple syrup, maple flavoring, and salt together in a small bowl; pour over the oat mixture and stir to coat evenly.
- Spread the resulting mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 40 minutes.
- Set granola aside to cool completely before breaking into chunks. Store in an air-tight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.4 g, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 35.8 mg, Sugar 7.4 g
MAPLE GRANOLA
Homemade granola is a nourishing breakfast. Use olive oil, which has many healthfulproperties, and pure maple syrup to bind rolled oats, raisins, and nuts before baking them.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Yield Makes 7 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Mix together oats, coconut, nuts, syrup, oil, sugar, sesame seeds, salt, and nutmeg. Spread granola in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake, stirring every 10 minutes, for 40 minutes. Add raisins, and bake until granola is toasted, about 10 minutes more. Let cool completely.
MAPLE GRANOLA
Yum.
Provided by Luanda
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Cereals Granola Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
- Mix maple syrup and coconut oil together in a bowl; add oats, pecans, and almond flour and mix until evenly coated. Spread onto a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.1 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 3.4 mg, Sugar 10.4 g
APPLESAUCE GRANITA WITH MAPLE YOGURT
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- For the Granita: In a shallow 8-inch square pan, stir the applesauce and lemon juice together and spread the mixture evenly in the pan. Place the pan in the freezer for at least 1 hour.
- For the Sauce: In a bowl, combine the yogurt, maple syrup, and cinnamon. Chill the sauce until ready to serve.
- Remove the granita from the freezer. With a fork, scrape the surface of the granita to gently fluff it up. Serve immediately, in dessert glasses or dishes, drizzled with yogurt sauce.
GOLDEN PEARS WITH SPICED MAPLE GRANITA
The power of pears is boundless, we'll spell it out for you. P for Potassium which lowers blood pressure and takes pressure off the cardiovascular system. E for Eyes, the lutein and zeaxanthin help in the reduction of age-related macular degeneration and cataracts. A for all the Antioxidants and their anti-carcinogenic activities which are linked to the prevention of some cancers. R for the Red blood cell count improvement because of the copper and iron content. S is for the synthesizing of new tissue in various organs and helps to keep the metabolism working efficiently.
Provided by hello
Categories Dessert
Time 9h
Yield 3 pears
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a small stock pot. Simmer for about an hour.
- Turn off the heat and leave to cool for about an hour.
- Strain the poaching liquid into a covered container and freeze overnight.
- Refrigerate the pears until ready to serve.
- Serve poached pears with granita.
- Notes:.
- - Pears must be fully submerged in liquid. Add more water if needed.
- - If adding more liquid, reduce poaching liquid further until about a cup is left in the pot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.2, Fat 0.4, Sodium 17.4, Carbohydrate 58.6, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 42.4, Protein 1
MAPLE GRANITA
This recipe was originally published in the LCBO Food & Drink Magazine's Summer 2004 issue. This simple fresh tasting granita features the delicious flavours of maple syrup enhanced with ginger, lemon and mint. This granita looks great served in martini glasses. Serve this with Amaretti biscuits such as #rz 200134. These crunchy little Italian cookies have a lovely almond flavour that compliments the maple.
Provided by Chef Regina V. Smith
Categories Frozen Desserts
Time 4h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Whisk together water, maple syrup, ginger, lemon juice and sugar in a large saucepan.
- Place saucepan over high heat and bring to a boil for 2 minutes. REduce heat to medium and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and pour into a large 2 inch deep baking dish. Freeze for 4 hours or overnight.
- To serve scoop granita into chilled glasses and garnish with blueberries and fresh mint.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.1, Fat 0.2, Sodium 7.2, Carbohydrate 94.7, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 88.1, Protein 0.6
Tips:
- Use pure maple syrup for the best flavor.
- If you don't have a blender, you can mash the frozen granita with a fork until it reaches a slushy consistency.
- For a boozy granita, add a splash of your favorite liqueur or spirit before freezing.
- Garnish the granita with fresh herbs, berries, or a squeeze of citrus for a refreshing touch.
- Serve the granita immediately after scraping it with a fork, or store it in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Maple granita is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it classic or boozy, garnished with fresh fruit or herbs, maple granita is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this recipe a try.
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