Today we're making a granita, or Italian shaved ice. I've heard the name comes from the granite stone, because when the stone is smashed, it shatters into shards just like this flaky dessert.

Even though we had our first snowfall yesterday, I'm still craving fall flavors. So, this dish is essentially a mulled apple cider in dessert form.

If you find the end result is too syrupy or not icy enough, mix in a healthy dash of water and re-freeze.

Enjoy!

This recipe uses the Sweet Seasons Spice Blend.