Pink Grapefruit Ice

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Servings: 5 Difficulty: Advanced
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Light, tangy, and refreshing frozen treat perfect for warm days
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This Pink Grapefruit Ice is a vibrant, low-calorie dessert that captures the bright acidity and subtle sweetness of fresh pink grapefruit. The addition of stiffly beaten egg whites gives it a unique, airy texture that bridges the gap between a dense sorbet and a light sherbet. It’s an ideal palate cleanser or refreshing finish to a summer meal. The natural pink hue makes it visually appealing, while the tart flavor profile ensures it isnâÂÂt overly sweet. Perfect for entertaining or a healthy afternoon snack, this frozen treat is simple to prepare using basic pantry ingredients and a bit of patience in the freezer.

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Pink Grapefruit Ice

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 5 Calories: 116.8

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This Pink Grapefruit Ice is a vibrant, low-calorie dessert that captures the bright acidity and subtle sweetness of fresh pink grapefruit. The addition of stiffly beaten egg whites gives it a unique, airy texture that bridges the gap between a dense sorbet and a light sherbet. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal palate cleanser or refreshing finish to a summer meal. The natural pink hue makes it visually appealing, while the tart flavor profile ensures it isnâÂÂt overly sweet. Perfect for entertaining or a healthy afternoon snack, this frozen treat is simple to prepare using basic pantry ingredients and a bit of patience in the freezer.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Using a sharp knife, carefully remove the peel and all white pith from the grapefruits.
  2. Working over a bowl to catch the juice, separate the fruit segments from the membrane and squeeze the membrane to extract any remaining juice.
  3. Puree the grapefruit segments and collected juice in a blender or food processor until smooth, yielding about 2 cups of puree.
  4. Sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over 1/2 cup of water and let it bloom for a few minutes.
  5. Heat the gelatin mixture gently, stirring constantly, until the gelatin is completely dissolved.
  6. Stir the sugar substitute (Equal) into the dissolved gelatin mixture until fully incorporated.
  7. Combine the gelatin-sweetener mixture with the grapefruit puree and the remaining 1/2 cup of water.
  8. Pour the mixture into a shallow, freezer-safe container.
  9. Freeze the mixture until it is partially frozen and slushy around the edges, about 1 to 2 hours.
  10. Remove from the freezer and beat the mixture with an electric mixer to break up ice crystals.
  11. Gently fold in the stiffly beaten egg whites until evenly distributed.
  12. Return the container to the freezer and freeze until firm, about 2 to 3 hours.
  13. To serve, let the ice sit at room temperature for about 1 hour to soften slightly.
  14. If the texture is too hard, beat briefly with an electric mixer or process in a food processor until smooth, then refreeze for 15 minutes if needed.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 5

Amount Per Serving
Calories 116.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.3g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 77.0mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 5.7g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
Sugars 3.7g
Protein 27.6g56%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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