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Difference Between Snow Cream

What’s the Difference Between Snow Cream and Ice Cream


  • Author: chef bella
  • Total Time: 10 minutes (Snow Cream) / 30 minutes (Ice Cream)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

What’s the difference between snow cream and ice cream? Learn their unique textures, flavors, and how to create these delightful desserts at home.


Ingredients

Scale

Snow Cream

  • 4 cups of fresh, clean snow (or shaved ice)
  • 1 cup of milk (or condensed milk for extra creaminess)
  • 1/3 cup of sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Ice Cream

  • 2 cups of heavy cream
  • 1 cup of whole milk
  • 3/4 cup of sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: 2 egg yolks (for extra richness)

Instructions

Snow Cream

  1. Gather 4 cups of freshly fallen, clean snow in a large, clean bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine milk, sugar, and vanilla extract, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves.
  3. Gradually pour the milk mixture over the snow, folding it in gently to maintain the fluffy texture.
  4. Serve immediately, topped with sprinkles, syrup, or any of your favorite toppings.

Ice Cream

  1. In a medium saucepan, mix heavy cream, whole milk, and sugar. Heat over medium-low until the sugar dissolves (do not boil).
  2. Optional: If using egg yolks, temper them by adding a small amount of the warm cream mixture slowly, then stir the tempered yolks back into the saucepan.
  3. Add vanilla extract and mix thoroughly.
  4. Allow the mixture to cool completely. Transfer it to an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  5. Transfer the churned ice cream to a container, cover, and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Snow Cream: Best enjoyed fresh as freezing will change its light and fluffy texture.
  • Ice Cream: Get creative with mix-ins such as chocolate chips, fresh fruit, nuts, or even cookie crumbles to create endless flavor combinations.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes (Snow Cream) / 20 minutes (Ice Cream)
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes (Snow Cream) / 10 minutes (Ice Cream)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Mixing / Churning
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 40mg
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg