Recipes Desserts Fruit Desserts Lemon Dessert Recipes Chef John's Lemon Ice 4.6 (15) 14 Reviews 5 Photos Using the classic Italian granita technique makes this an easy and refreshing summer treat. I love the contrast between that light texture and bright, vibrant flavor. By John Mitzewich John Mitzewich John Mitzewich — aka Chef John — has produced more than 1,500 cooking videos for Allrecipes. He's the actor, director, and screenwriter whose hands and voice confidently walk you through techniques. Allrecipes' editorial guidelines Updated on December 26, 2022 Save Rate Print Share Add Photo 5 5 5 5 Prep Time: 10 mins Additional Time: 3 hrs Total Time: 3 hrs 10 mins Servings: 8 Yield: 8 servings Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1x 2x 4x Oops! Something went wrong. Our team is working on it. Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings 4 cups cold water ⅞ cup white sugar 2 tablespoons lemon zest 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 teaspoon lemon extract Directions Dissolve sugar in water in a pot over medium heat, whisking while water heats up. As soon as sugar dissolves and water is clear, remove pan from heat. While water is still warm, add lemon zest. Allow to cool to room temperature before adding lemon juice. Whisk in lemon juice and lemon extract. Pour into a baking pan about 9x13 inches. Place in freezer until ice starts to form around the edges, about 40 to 45 minutes. Use a fork to stir up ice. Do this every 20 to 30 minutes until lemon ice reaches your preferred texture, 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Chef John Cook's Notes: For the sugar, 7/8 cup equals 14 tablespoons. Some people prefer their lemon ice on the slushy side. My preference is fully frozen, like shaved ice. I Made It Print 68 home cooks made it! Nutrition Facts (per serving) 94 Calories 25g Carbs 0g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 8 Calories 94 % Daily Value * Sodium 4mg 0% Total Carbohydrate 25g 9% Dietary Fiber 0g 1% Total Sugars 23g Protein 0g 0% Vitamin C 16mg 18% Calcium 8mg 1% Potassium 42mg 1% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.