Ingredients

• 2 c. 

  (about 16 oz.) pineapple, peeled and cubed

• 1/2 c. 

  freshly squeezed mandarin orange juice (or other orange juice)

• 1/4 c. 

  packed dark brown sugar

• 1 oz. 

  gold rum

• 2 tsp. 

  lime juice

• Pinch kosher salt

FOR SERVING:

• Whipped cream

• Toasted coconut flakes

• Fresh pineapple, diced small

Directions

• Directions

•  
• Step 1Combine granita ingredients in a blender and blend until combined. Let stand for a minute to let ingredients settle, then blend again making sure all ingredients are combined and sugar is completely dissolved.
• Step 2Strain mixture into a baking dish and place in the freezer uncovered. Let chill for 2 hours, or until mixture is beginning to freeze. Use a fork to scrape any icy bits into shards, and stir mixture well. Return to freezer until almost frozen solid, about 2 hours more. Again use a fork to scrape mixture into shards. Return to freezer to freeze completely, at least 1 hour more.
• Step 3To serve, divide granita amongst serving dishes and top with whipped cream, fresh pineapple, and toasted coconut.