Mango Cardamom Granita

This refreshing dessert from Ingrid Hoffmann can cool off even the hottest summer nights.

Recipe Category:

• Dessert

Serving Size: 

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup water
• Zest of 1 lime, finely grated
• 3 ripe mangos, peeled, pitted and cut into chunks (about 2 cups)
• 1/2 teaspoon cardamom
• 1/2 cup crisp white wine, such as Pinot Grigio

Instructions:

To make the simple syrup: In a small saucepan, combine sugar, water, lime zest and cardamom over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, stirring. Reduce the heat to low and stir until sugar has dissolved completely. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Put mango chunks in a food processor with wine and cooled simple syrup. Process for 2 to 3 minutes until granita thickens. When done, mixture will have a slushy consistency. Pour mixture into an airtight container and place in freezer overnight. Use within 1 month.

Serving Tips:

To make a non-alcoholic version, substitute 1/2 cup apple juice for the Pinot Grigio.

Prep Time:
Overnight to freeze

Cook Time:
5 to 10 minutes