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Learn how to make Homemade Snow Cones with fresh fruit flavors and you can enjoy this refreshing and delicious treat at home instead of just on vacation!

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Last updated on November 11, 2019

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I have an over-the-top tropical frozen treat for you! That’s right, this is my recipe for the ultimate Homemade Snow Cones! Snow cones are the easiest and most refreshing treat. They’re simply made with shaved ice and a fruity sauce of your choosing. And then you have a vacation in a glass!

While the snow cones we all had as kids were always store bought and full of un-natural flavorings and colors, these are one 100% homemade using seasonal frozen fruit and just a little sugar for extra sweetness. These Homemade Snow Cones taste incredible as they combine blended shaved ice with real fruit syrup you can make in your own kitchen. You will not believe how much flavor you can get from just a few simple ingredients. The flavors I’ve created are pineapple, raspberry, blueberry and mango. Talk about taste the rainbow!

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The best part of these Homemade Snow Cones is they look just as good as they taste. Imagine all of these beautiful colors and fruity flavors in one lovely frozen snow cone. No doubt, these are a super fun and festive treat. Your friends and family will love experimenting with making their own combinations of flavors.

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Learn how to make Homemade Snow Cones with fresh fruit flavors and you can enjoy this refreshing and delicious treat at home instead of just on vacation!

Author: Gemma Stafford

Servings: 6 -8

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  • Less than 30 Minutes
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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Learn how to make Homemade Snow Cones with fresh fruit flavors and you can enjoy this refreshing and delicious treat at home instead of just on vacation!

Author: Gemma Stafford

Servings: 6 -8

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (10oz/300g) ice
  • 1 cup (5oz/150g) raspberries (frozen or fresh)
  • 1 cup (5oz/150g) mango (frozen or fresh)
  • 1 cup (5oz/150g) blueberries (frozen or fresh)
  • 1 cup (5oz/150g) pineapple (frozen or fresh)
  • 2-3 tablespoons sugar per fruit (depending on the sweetness of your fruit)

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan combine the sugar and fruit.

  • Simmer until the fruit has softened and the sugar dissolved, roughly 3-4 minutes.

  • Transfer your fruit mixture to a food processor and blend the fruit into a smooth puree. If you don't have a processor try passing it through a fine sieve.

  • Once pureed strain over a bowl to remove any seeds or bits from the fruit. If you find the syrup a bit too thick at this stage thin it out with some juice or a little water. Store the syrups in the fridge for up to 7 days.

  • Place ice cubes in a blender and pulse to create fine shaved ice. Store in the freezer if you are not using it straight away.

  • Scoop your shaved ice into serving dish of your choice and pack it tight together. Pour over your fruit syrup and enjoy immediately!

  • To make a rainbow snow cone, pour your individual flavors into a squirt bottle or jug with a spout. Pour each flavor in a line across our scoop of ice, creating a rainbow effect. Enjoy Immediately!!!

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5 years ago

Hi Gemma,
This recipe is just what I am looking for! I do have a question, and you may have already answered in a previous inquiry. How long can the syrup be stored in the fridge? I would probably wouldn’t use all of it at one time.
Thanks so much!
Diane

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Melanie

5 years ago

Hey Gemma! I absolutely love your recipes! I was wondering if there is a way to make the fresh fruit syrup with no sugar. I have a guest coming who is vegan, sugar free, and gluten free due to cancer. I would like to make her something that she can enjoy.

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You can make healthier snow cones by pouring any flavor of juice into a glass and freezing it overnight. Then, you just take it out and shave it with a fork.

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Asprsion

5 years ago

Can I use fruit jam instead of fresh fruits? or just premade syrups, like chocolate?

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Elliott

3 years ago

I love that you have a copy of Darina Allen’s “The forgotten skills of cooking” on your fridge 😋 From the homeland. Great book

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Sarelle

3 years ago

Are blackberries ok?

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Anabel

4 years ago

Hi, how long do these fresh fruit syrups last in the refrigerator?

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Olivia

4 years ago

Hi Gemma, we don’t have any pineapple, raspberries, mangoes, or blueberries anymore. However, we do have a load of apricots and nectarines. (We have other fruit but I’m not sure if citrus, apples, and bananas can make a good syrup). Also, can a food processor crush ice into snow? Thank you so much, your recipes are keeping me happy during these strange times.

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Conni

4 years ago

You state 2 to 3 T. of sugar “per fruit”.
Do you mean per cup of fruit?

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4 years ago

How much sugar are you supposed to add

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FAQs

How many snow cones will 1 gallon of syrup make? ›

How many snow cones will 4 oz, 1 Pint, 1 Quart and 1 Gallon of Snow Cone Syrup Make?
Size of Syrup BottleNumber of Snow Cones
4 oz3
1 Pint10
1 Quart20
1 Gallon80

How many snow cones does a 10 lb bag of ice make? ›

A ten-pound bag of ice can produce approximately twenty-four nicely portioned “Sno-Cones”. It depends mainly on the type of ice cubes you have in the bags, and the size of the snow cone you are making.

How much syrup do I put in a snow cone? ›

I use the 9 oz clear plastic cups. I shape a nice ball of snow taking up most of the cup. I add 2-2.5 ounces of syrup -- usually one ounce of one flavor on one side, and another ounce of another flavor on the other side. Then I drizzle a small amount to finish off the color.

What is the cream in snow cones? ›

All you need is evaporated milk and the shaved ice syrup flavor of your choice. To make one quart of any cream flavor, simply add four ounces of evaporated milk to an empty long neck quart bottle, and top off the bottle with any flavor of syrup.

Should you refrigerate snow cone syrup? ›

No. The syrup does not need refrigeration, however, you may refrigerate if you prefer. We suggest storing the syrup in a cool and dark place. How many servings can I get from a bottle of shaved ice syrup?

How many gallons does it take to make 1 gallon of syrup? ›

Some sugar makers will use Black Maple or Silver Maple but the highest sugar content will be in your Sugar Maples. It takes approximately 40 gallons of sap to make 1 gallon of syrup so the higher the sugar content of the tree, the better!

How much ice do I need to make 100 snow cones? ›

A: There are many variables such as temperature of ice, size of snowcones. However, on average, you can expect around 50 snowcones per 20lbs of ice.

How many snow cones can be made with 5 pounds of ice? ›

1 pound = 6 cones. 5 pound= 30 cones.

How many snow cones does one block of ice make? ›

I have made 3 cones per block (depends on size of block and size of cups). I usually fill up the mold to the top and cover with foil (quicker freeze time). If having a party, I recommend you purchase extra cups, freeze and dump molds into a plastic bag and freeze more.

How do you make snow cones Fluffy? ›

For the fluffiest shaved ice, it's best to use the two ice molds provided with your machine. You can use regular household ice, but you won't get the same fluffiness. On the other hand, with our snow cone machines, household ice cubes or bagged ice work perfectly.

What's the difference between snow cone syrup and shaved ice syrup? ›

Do shaved ice and crushed ice use different syrups or flavors? Yes, snow cones typically use brightly-colored, fruit-flavored syrups. Shave ice is usually paired with more elaborate syrup variations and toppings like fresh fruit, candy, spices, ice cream and more.

Can I use torani syrup for snow cones? ›

Sweetened with Splenda, use one or two pumps to enhance Tea, Italian Ices, Snow Cones and Desserts.

What is the best ice for snow cones? ›

Genuine solid block ice is the standard for making quality shaved ice. It will definitely produce the softest and most consistently snow-like shavings.

What is shaved ice with condensed milk called? ›

Kakigori – Japan

The most basic form of Japan's spin on shaved ice consists of ice, a flavored syrup, and condensed milk. Often times, Kakigori will come topped with Azuki beans as well.

How many slushies does 1 gallon of syrup make? ›

Each 1 gallon of syrup yields approximately (44) 16 oz. prepared slushies, totaling at approximately (176) 16 oz. prepared slushies per case, to provide you with an ample supply at an amazing value!

How long does a gallon of snow cone syrup last? ›

A: Based on the ingredients, the syrups have a very long shelf life. The ingredients won't spoil, but over time the flavor could degrade. We recommend two years unopened and one year opened. Of course this does assume proper storage in a cool, dry place when unopened and in the fridge after opening.

How many drinks does 5 gallons of syrup make? ›

Bag in Box Syrup Servings Chart
Cup SizeTotal oz. of syrup usedTotal number of servings per each 5 gallon bag in box**
10 oz.1.7376
12 oz.2320
16 oz.2.7237
20 oz.3.3194
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