Coffee Granita
Coffee Granita is a refreshing, semi-frozen Italian dessert made from brewed coffee, sugar, and water, often served in a glass or bowl. Originating in Sicily, it's known for its light, flaky texture achieved by scraping the mixture as it freezes, making it a perfect summer treat.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily high in carbohydrates from sugar, with minimal fat or protein, and provides a quick energy boost along with antioxidants from coffee. A typical serving contains around 150-200 calories, depending on sugar content.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 25 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Potassium | 150 mg |
| Caffeine | 80 mg |
| Magnesium | 10 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.5 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.05 mg |
| Phosphorus | 15 mg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
| Copper | 0.02 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Coffee Granita is culturally significant in Sicily, where it's often enjoyed for breakfast or as a midday snack, blending the region's love for coffee with its hot climate. Nutritionally, it offers a lower-calorie alternative to creamy frozen desserts while delivering the natural benefits of coffee, like alertness from caffeine.
