Description
Snow Cream is more than just a dessert—it’s a memory frozen in time. I remember the first time I tasted it as a child. The snow had just begun to fall, thick and fluffy, blanketing everything in silence. My mom handed me a big mixing bowl and said, “Go fill it up with the cleanest snow you can find.”
Ingredients
For Classic Vanilla Snow Cream:
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- 8 cups of fresh, clean snow
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- 1 cup of whole milk or heavy cream
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- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
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- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
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- A pinch of salt (optional, to enhance flavor)
For Chocolate Snow Cream:
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- 8 cups of fresh, clean snow
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- 1 cup of whole milk or heavy cream
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- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
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- 1/4 cup of cocoa powder
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- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
For Strawberry Snow Cream:
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- 8 cups of fresh, clean snow
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- 1 cup of whole milk or heavy cream
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- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
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- 1/4 cup of strawberry puree (made from fresh or frozen strawberries)
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- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Instructions
The key to great snow cream is using fresh, clean snow. Wait until at least an inch or two of snow has accumulated, and choose a spot that’s free from dirt, debris, and pollutants. Avoid areas near roads or sidewalks where salt or chemicals may have been used. Use a clean container to collect the snow, and bring it inside promptly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk or heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the sugar is fully dissolved. If you’re making chocolate snow cream, add the cocoa powder and whisk until smooth. For strawberry snow cream, stir in the strawberry puree.
Add the fresh snow to the bowl, a few cups at a time, and gently fold it into the mixture. Be careful not to overmix, as this can cause the snow to melt too quickly. The goal is to achieve a creamy, ice cream-like consistency.
Taste the snow cream and adjust the sweetness or flavor as needed. If it’s too thin, add more snow. If it’s too thick, add a splash of milk or cream.
Snow cream is best enjoyed right away, while it’s still cold and fluffy. Scoop it into bowls or cones, and add your favorite toppings for extra flair.
- Category: Ice Crem
- Method: Fridge
- Cuisine: American