Summer is the perfect season to enjoy refreshing and delicious treats, and few options are as satisfying as coffee granita, shaken coffee, and coffee cream. These coffee-based delights combine the bold taste of coffee with the coolness of ice, making them the perfect pick-me-up for hot days.
The Origins of Coffee Granita
Granita has ancient roots and should not be confused with Roman-style grattachecca. It likely originated in Sicily during the Arab domination, inspired by sherbet, a chilled flavored drink. In Messina, the recipe was adapted by using snow from the Peloritani, Nebrodi, Etna, and Iblei mountains, which was collected in winter and stored in niviere—caves lined with stone slabs to preserve the ice.
Over time, Sicilians refined their ice storage and preparation techniques, leading to the creation of the famous Sicilian granita. Today, it is made using specialized machines, but it can also be easily prepared at home.
Homemade Coffee Granita
Making delicious coffee granita at home requires just a few ingredients:
- 170 ml of moka coffee (cold)
- 150 ml of water
- 60 g of granulated sugar
Preparation:
- Boil the water with the sugar in a small saucepan.
- Pour the syrup into a glass or metal bowl.
- Add the coffee and let it cool to room temperature.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the freezer for 90 minutes.
- Remove from the freezer and break up the ice crystals with an electric whisk, then return it to the freezer.
- Repeat this process twice more, every 30 minutes.
- Once ready, serve with whipped cream for an extra indulgent touch.
Homemade Coffee Cream
For those who love coffee even in summer, cold coffee cream is a delightful dessert. Perfect as an after-meal treat or a refreshing snack, it’s quick to make and a great way to surprise your guests.
Ingredients:
- Moka coffee
- 70 g sugar
- 40 g fresh liquid cream
- 300 g fresh whipped cream
After preparing the coffee, mix in the sugar and let it cool. Whip the fresh cream until it reaches a creamy consistency, then slowly pour in the coffee, continuing to mix with an electric whisk. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for one hour.
Coffee cream should be consumed within 24 hours and is not suitable for freezing.
A Touch of Sparkle with Shaken Coffee
If you’re looking for an even quicker and more refined coffee-based drink, shaken coffee is the perfect choice. Elegant and refreshing, it’s ideal for an aperitif or after-dinner treat.
Preparation:
- Chill a Martini glass.
- Add 8-10 ice cubes and 50 g of liquid cane sugar to a shaker.
- Pour in hot coffee and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
- Using a spoon, hold back the ice and pour the coffee into the chilled Martini glass.
- For an extra kick, add a liqueur of your choice before pouring the coffee.
These recipes allow everyone to enjoy the taste of coffee, even those with dietary restrictions. If you’re serving guests with special health needs, you can simply use decaffeinated coffee while preserving all the deliciousness.
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