PINEAPPLE MOJITO GRANITA

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Blogger Lauren Keating of Healthy-Delicious makes a frozen dessert inspired by a summertime cocktail.

Provided by By Lauren Keating

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups fresh pineapple chunks (about 1 small pineapple)
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 cup water
3 fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, cook pineapple over high heat 2 to 3 minutes or until edges turn golden brown and sugars begin to caramelize.
  • Place pineapple in food processor or blender. Add lime juice and honey; process 30 seconds or until smooth. Pour into ungreased 9-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish. Stir in mint leaves. Cover; freeze 30 minutes.
  • With fork, scrape mixture to distribute ice crystals evenly. Freeze 30 minutes longer.
  • Scrape mixture again. Scoop into dessert dishes or cups. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 0 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 0 g

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