Lemon Italian Ice

Lemon Italian Ice

from thespruceeats.com
250 min
8 servings

A traditional Italian recipe, lemon ice is the ideal refreshment on a hot summer day. Sweet and tangy, this treat is made with just four ingredients.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
  • 3/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

Directions

  1. 1

    Gather the ingredients.

  2. 2

    Bring the water to a boil. Add the sugar and stir until dissolved.

  3. 3

    Allow the water to cool. Add lemon zest and juice and stir to combine.

  4. 4

    Pour the mixture into a baking pan and place in the freezer.

  5. 5

    Gently stir the crystals every 30 minutes or so and leave until all of the liquid is crystallized but not frozen solid, and the mixture is smooth—about 3 hours. When you can no longer stir the mixture, scrape it with a fork as it begins to freeze.

  6. 6

    Scoop into small cups to serve.