Italian granita

Italian granita is a semi-frozen dessert made from sugar, water, and various flavorings, traditionally originating from Sicily. It has a crystalline, flaky texture that is coarser than sorbet or Italian ice, and is most famously flavored with lemon, coffee, or almonds.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Granita is primarily a source of simple carbohydrates from sugar, with negligible fat and protein. A typical serving provides a quick energy boost and may offer small amounts of vitamins or minerals depending on the fruit used, but is generally low in other essential nutrients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	200 kcal
Protein	0.5 g
Carbs	52 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	50 g
Sodium	10 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Potassium	30 mg
Calcium	10 mg
Magnesium	5 mg
Iron	0.2 mg
Phosphorus	5 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, granita is a staple of Sicilian breakfast, often enjoyed with a brioche bun. Its unique, granular texture is achieved through a specific freezing and scraping process, setting it apart from smoother frozen desserts.