COFFEE-BEAN GRANITA

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Provided by Douglas Rodriguez

Categories     Coffee     Dessert     Low Fat     Frozen Dessert     Kahlúa     Summer     Vegan     Bon Appétit     Fat Free     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cups water
1 cup sugar
2 1/2 cups whole coffee beans (about 6 ounces)
1/4 cup coffee liqueur (such as Tia Maria or Kahlúa)

Steps:

  • Combine 4 cups water and sugar in large saucepan. Bring to boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Boil 3 minutes. Stir in coffee beans; boil 2 minutes. Remove pan from heat; cover and let steep until mixture is cool, about 3 hours. Strain liquid into 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish; discard coffee beans in strainer. Add coffee liqueur to liquid in dish; stir to blend. Freeze until firm, stirring every 45 minutes, about 5 hours. (Can be prepared 3 days ahead. Cover and keep frozen.)
  • Before serving, scrape surface of granita with fork until crystals form. Using ice cream scoop, scoop out granita and serve.

Mohamed Assy
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I've made this granita several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect way to end a meal or to enjoy as a snack on a hot day.


Md Ripon Hasan
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This is the perfect summer dessert! It's light, refreshing, and has a delicious coffee flavor.


John Guest
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I wasn't sure what to expect with this recipe, but it turned out really well! The granita was light and fluffy, and the coffee flavor was just right.


Ihunanya Agbayi
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This granita was easy to make and very refreshing. I liked that I could adjust the sweetness to my liking.


Ashley Neuendorf
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I love coffee, so I was excited to try this recipe. It didn't disappoint! The granita was smooth, creamy, and had a strong coffee flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Jahanger Khan
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times already and it's always a hit. The granita is so refreshing and flavorful, and it's the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Jarrott Hogg
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I thought this granita was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would probably use less sugar next time.


Emdad Mobile
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This was a great way to use up leftover coffee. I made it with a dark roast coffee and it had a really intense flavor. Definitely recommend!


Kendra Wilborn
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I've never made granita before, but this recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! The coffee flavor was subtle but present, and the texture was perfectly icy.


Kedir Ahmed
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This coffee granita was a delightful treat! The combination of coffee, sugar, and water created a smooth and flavorful icy dessert. I especially enjoyed the addition of the whipped cream and chocolate shavings, which added a touch of richness and dec