Chestnut Free Watermelon Mint Granita

Total time4 hr 20 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time5 min

4.6

(21)

Few frozen desserts feel as effortlessly refreshing as a granita, and this watermelon version is pure summer in a glass. Ripe watermelon gets blended smooth, strained, and combined with a fragrant mint-infused honey syrup and a bright squeeze of fresh lime — the result is intensely fruity, lightly floral, and just sweet enough. The real magic happens in the freezer, where a simple fork-scraping technique transforms the liquid into those signature loose, feathery ice crystals that practically melt on your tongue. There's no fancy equipment, no ice cream maker, and no complicated technique standing between you and a stunning frozen treat. For anyone navigating tree nut restrictions, this recipe is a natural fit — every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, with zero ambiguity about what's in the bowl. It's the kind of dessert that looks impressive enough to serve at a dinner party but honestly requires very little effort beyond a bit of patience at the freezer. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and serve it in chilled glasses for a presentation that's as beautiful as it is delicious.

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Ingredients

6 servings

6 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes (about ½ small watermelon)
3 tbsp honey
¼ cup water
¼ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
1 pinch salt

For serving

fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the honey and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the honey fully dissolves, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add the mint leaves. Let steep for 5 minutes, then strain out and discard the mint leaves.
2
Working in batches if needed, blend the watermelon cubes in a blender until completely smooth, about 30 seconds.

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