Italian Water Ice Orange
Cool, refreshing, and bursting with citrus flavor, Italian Water Ice Orange is a delightful frozen treat that's perfect for warm weather. This homemade recipe captures the zesty sweetness of freshly squeezed orange juice, balanced with a hint of lemon juice for a tangy twist. Enhanced with fragrant orange zest and a simple sugar syrup, this frozen dessert comes together with minimal effort and requires no special equipment—just a fork and a bit of patience for the occasional stirring. Ideal for summer gatherings or an afternoon indulgence, this dairy-free orange water ice delivers a velvety, slushy texture that's irresistibly light and refreshing. Serve it in bowls or glasses as a vibrant palate cleanser or a naturally sweet dessert everyone will adore!
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Ingredients
- 6 large Fresh oranges
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
Directions
Step 1
Wash the oranges thoroughly under running water.
Step 2
Zest 1-2 oranges to obtain 1 teaspoon of orange zest, and set it aside.
Step 3
Cut the oranges in half and juice them until you extract 2 cups of fresh orange juice. Strain the juice to remove any pulp or seeds.
Step 4
In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat the mixture over medium heat while stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. This should take about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled sugar syrup, orange juice, 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of orange zest. Stir well to combine.
Step 6
Pour the mixture into a shallow freezer-safe container. Place it in the freezer, uncovered, for 30 minutes.
Step 7
After 30 minutes, remove the container and stir the mixture with a fork to break up any ice crystals that are forming.
Step 8
Repeat the freezing and stirring process every 30 minutes for about 2-3 hours, or until the mixture turns into a smooth, icy consistency.
Step 9
Once the water ice is fully frozen and has a slushy texture, scoop it into bowls or glasses and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1615g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1197.8 |
| Total Fat 1.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 14.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 308.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 284.7g | |
| Protein 8.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 391.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1670.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories