Sicilian Style Breakfast with Brioche and Granita

Forget about a cappuccino and a croissant for breakfast, although you can still enjoy that if you like.  In Sicily during the warm days of summer and early autumn, breakfast consists of this sweet and refreshing treat.

Granita is a Sicilian specialty that is a cold, sweet treat made from water, sugar, and fruit which is never completely frozen.  

Granita was originally served with a crispy bread but was eventually swapped for the Sicilian brioscia,  This brioscia is prepared with a leavened egg-based dough flavored with vanilla or citrus. Brioscia is characterized by its textured surface and unique shape.

Brioscia is served warm and is meant to be dipped into the granita.  As for the flavors of the granita, there is something for everyone and depending on the city.  Lemon, almond, coffee, and chocolate are usually sure bets, but pistachio and strawberry are also delicious