Frozen Orange and Amaretti Parfaits with Espresso Granita
Frozen Orange and Amaretti Parfaits with Espresso Granita is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Brew espresso with 3 cups water in coffeemaker.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
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Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionBrew espresso with 3 cups water in coffeemaker.
Pour coffee into small metal pan.
Add 1/2 cup sugar; stir to dissolve.
Freeze 2 hours, stirring twice.
Cover and freeze without stirring until solid, at least 6 hours or overnight.
Using fork, scrape granita into icy crystals, then toss to mix.
Cover; keep frozen.
Mix orange juice, liqueur, orange peel, and 1 tablespoon sugar in medium bowl until sugar dissolves.
Transfer 2 tablespoons mixture to small bowl to use as sauce; chill.
Mix ice cream into remaining orange mixture.
Cover; freeze until firm, at least 6 hours.
Coarsely crumble 1 to 1 1/2 cookies into each of 4 parfait glasses.
Top each with 1/2 cup granita and another 1 to 1 1/2 crumbled cookies.
Top each with scoop of ice cream.
Drizzle 1 1/2 teaspoons orange sauce over ice cream.
Garnish with orange slices, if desired. * Available at some supermarkets and at Italian markets.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.