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Yogurt Granita

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Yogurt GranitaMarcus Nilsson

The best thing about this icy, tart-and-sweet treat might be how little forethought it requires. You can use any flavored yogurt on hand.

TIP

If you have fresh mint on hand, mix a finely chopped handful of it into the yogurt and berries before you start freezing.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    3 hours

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

1 10-ounce package frozen strawberries, thawed (with their juices), or 1 quart fresh strawberries
2 cups fruit yogurt (we're partial to strawberry or lemon)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    1 In a large bowl, smash the strawberries into the yogurt, stirring to combine.

    Step 2

    2 Pour the mixture into a shallow pan (a metal baking pan works) and place it in the freezer, uncovered, for 1 hour.

    Step 3

    3 Remove the pan from the freezer and stir the yogurt well, breaking up any clusters of ice crystals that have formed.

    Step 4

    4 Return it to the freezer. Continue stirring every half hour, breaking up new clusters as they form, until the granita is completely frozen but scoopable, about 2 more hours.

    Step 5

    5 Scoop and serve, garnished with fresh berries, if desired. (Store any leftovers in the freezer in a covered container or resealable plastic bag.)

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