Caramel Mocha Granita

Inspired by the fancy coffee shop drinks, here’s a simple freezer treat that is yummy but easier on the wallet!

How great is this recipe for the early fall?

The granita originated in Sicily, and it is a flaky and sweet treat. This version is like eating coffee flavored snow!

This granita is easy to make. Simply brew a few cups of coffee, add some sugar, vanilla and camel sauce. Before freezing, try adding a tablespoon of bourbon or whisky to spice it up!

Break apart the ice with a fork every hour or so until it is the consistency of a snow cone. It is suppose to be semi-frozen. If you are after a creamier texture, place the granita in a blender for a few minutes on a low speed to combine with two tablespoons of milk.

The Caramel Mocha Granita is a great make ahead dessert or snack. Served with nutty biscotti, extra caramel sauce and whipped cream it will be very decedent.

Yield: 1-2 servings

Author: Stacey Berk

Print

With ImageWithout Image

Caramel Mocha Granita

Here’s a simple freezer treat that is yummy but easier on the wallet than a fancy coffee shop! It’s a great make ahead treat.

prep time: 3 hourcook time: total time: 3 H

ingredients:

• 3 cups of brewed coffee, such as cinnamon flavor (if using plain coffee, simply whisk in 1 tsp. of cinnamon to the hot coffee until combined.)
• 2 teaspoons of granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon of best quality vanilla extract
• 2-3 tablespoons of best quality caramel sauce from a squeeze bottle
• Topping: whipped cream or additional caramel drizzle if desired

instructions:

How to cook Caramel Mocha Granita

1. In a medium heat proof glass bowl, mix brewed coffee and granulated sugar together. Cool to room temperature.
2. Once cool, add vanilla and stir to the liquid.
3. Pour the mixture into an 8-inch baking dish or 9-inch loaf pan (ceramic preferred for either vessels) and freeze for 1 hour.
4. Remove from the freezer and break apart ice, scraping the mixture with a fork. Repeating every hour until it has the consistency of shaved ice, about 3 times.
5. Once the granita mixture has fully frozen to desired consistency, add caramel sauce and gradually combine.
6. Divide mixture into glass tulip ice cream cups, glass mugs or ice cream bowls. Top with whipped cream or additional caramel drizzle, if desired.
7. Place additional granita into a freezer proof container.

Created using The Recipes Generator

VISIT US ON INSTAGRAM @EXPANDKITCHENANDHOME AND TAG US #EXPANDKITCHENANDHOME