Pineapple Granita

Pineapple Granita is a mouthwatering dessert with a combination of delicious pineapple & coconut flavors. Above all, it’ll make you think you’re in a tropical island!

I’m telling you right now, this is one of the EASIEST and funnest homemade desserts you could ever make, and how convenient they store in the freezer so you can enjoy them any time?

The sweetness of coconut cream, sugar and the tart of the pineapple work together beautifully.

Are you a pineapple lover like me? I bet you’ll love this Salsa De Piña and Agua Fresca De Piña but if you want just a refreshing drink make this Watermelon Strawberry sangria. So good!

Ingredients

• 3 cups cubed fresh pineapple
• You’ll need 3 different types of coconut liquid: 1) coconut water 2) coconut milk & cream of coconut
• White sugar
• Coconut flakes for topping optional

How to make Pineapple Granita

Want to know what is the best part of making granita? No special equipment necessary! In other words just freeze and scrape with a fork

1. Let’s start with a blender, and place the first 3 ingredients and process until smooth and the sugar dissolves.
2. Add this mixture to a metal pan plus the coconut milk and cream of coconut. After that, stir with a whisk.
3. Place in the freezer and after 30 minutes, then break up the crystals that have formed. Then we’ll use the tines of a fork, rake & stir the mixture every 30 minutes, scraping edges and breaking up any chunks as the mixture freezes, until granita is slushy and frozen, about 4 hours.
4. When is ready to serve, rake a fork through the granita one last time, add your toppings, and enjoy!

This Piña Colada granita couldn’t be yummier or easier! In addition, no churn, no ice cream maker needed with bits of fresh pineapple and creamy coconut flavor. To sum it up, it’s the perfect frozen dessert to enjoy at home.SaveSave

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Tips and Notes

• When making this Pineapple Granita, add a tablespoon of tequila or vodka. As a result, this will keep the Granita from freezing solid when stored in the freezer a while.
• If you leave granita out on the counter for about 5 minutes, it becomes a sorbet like texture. It’s tastes just like piña colada sorbet!

How to Store

• Keep in the freezer in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

More Mexican Desserts

• Galletas De Avena (Oatmeal Cookies)
• Galletitas De Nuez
• Galletas De Azucar
• Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Alfajores (Argentinian Cookies)

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Gracias!!!! xx, Ana

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Piña Colada Granita

Servings 4 cups

Ana Frias

5 from 7 votes

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

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No ice cream maker? Make Pineapple Granita! Enjoy this Italian dessert made with tropical flavors that tastes like Piña Colada. A perfect treat to enjoy during spring and summer.

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Ingredients  

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• ▢ 3 cups cubed fresh pineapple
• ▢ 1 cup coconut water
• ▢ ½ cup sugar
• ▢ 1 cup light coconut milk
• ▢ ⅔ cup cream of coconut
• ▢ coconut flakes for topping optional

Instructions 

• In a blender, place the first 3 ingredients and process until smooth and the sugar dissolves.
• Add this mixture to a metal pan plus the coconut milk and cream of coconut. Stir with a whisk.
• Place in the freezer and after 30 minutes, break up the crystals that have formed. Using the tines of a fork, rake & stir the mixture every 30 minutes, scraping edges and breaking up any chunks as the mixture freezes, until granita is slushy and frozen, about 4 hours.
• When is ready to serve, rake a fork through the granita one last time, add your toppings, and enjoy!

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Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 23mg | Potassium: 169mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 45g

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