Description
Cool off with these homemade snow cones! Learn how to create the perfect crushed ice texture and make your own delicious, customizable syrups. This easy summer treat is refreshing and fun for all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Ice:
- 4 cups ice cubes
For the Syrup (Basic Recipe):
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 packet Kool-Aid (flavor of choice)
Optional Toppings:
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Fresh fruit slices
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Make the Syrup: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and water. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and stir in the Kool-Aid packet. Let the syrup cool.
- Prepare the Ice: Use a snow cone machine, blender, or food processor to crush the ice until it reaches your preferred texture (coarse or finely shaved).
- Assemble the Snow Cones: Fill serving cups or cones with crushed ice. Drizzle the cooled syrup over the ice, ensuring even coverage.
- Add Toppings (Optional): For a gourmet touch, add sweetened condensed milk, fresh fruit, or sprinkles.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy your refreshing homemade snow cone right away before it melts!
Notes
- Store leftover syrup in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Experiment with different flavor combinations by mixing syrups.
- For a healthier alternative, use fruit puree or sugar-free sweeteners instead of sugar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: dessert
- Method: no-method
- Cuisine: american
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 snow cone
- Calories: 100 kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Snow cone, homemade syrup, summer treat, shaved ice, Kool-Aid syrup, refreshing dessert