Cherry Merlot Granita
Indulge in the sophisticated flavors of Cherry Merlot Granita, a frozen dessert that fuses the natural sweetness of ripe cherries with the richness of Merlot wine. This easy-to-make treat comes together with just six simple ingredients, including fresh lemon juice for a zesty kick and fragrant vanilla extract for a hint of warmth. The granita's velvety texture is achieved through a simple freezing and scraping technique, resulting in delicate, icy flakes that melt on your tongue. Perfect for summer evenings or elegant dinner parties, this dessert is a refreshing way to enjoy the vibrant taste of cherries with a refined, wine-infused twist. Serve in chilled glasses for a striking presentation that’s sure to impress any guest.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh cherries, pitted
- 250 milliliters Merlot wine
- 250 milliliters water
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the water and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely (about 3-5 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Step 2
In a blender or food processor, combine the pitted cherries, cooled sugar syrup, Merlot wine, fresh lemon juice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth.
Step 3
Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large, shallow dish to remove any pulp or cherry skins. Discard the solids.
Step 4
Place the dish in the freezer and let the mixture freeze for 1 hour. After 1 hour, use a fork to scrape and stir the frozen edges into the center of the dish.
Step 5
Repeat the scraping process every 30 minutes for about 3-4 hours, or until the granita has a fluffy, snow-like texture.
Step 6
Once fully frozen, fluff the granita with a fork and serve immediately in chilled glasses or bowls. Garnish with fresh cherries or mint leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1138.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 922.5 |
| Total Fat 1.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 160.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 188.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 166.8g | |
| Protein 5.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 103.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1468.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories