Snow cone

Snow cone is a type of dessert that consists of crushed or shaved ice flavored with sweet syrups. The dessert is typically served in a cone-shaped paper cup, hence the name "snow cone".

Etymology

The term "snow cone" is derived from the appearance of the dessert, which resembles a small mound of snow due to the crushed or shaved ice. The "cone" part of the name comes from the cone-shaped paper cup in which the dessert is typically served.

History

The origins of the snow cone are not well-documented, but it is believed to have been invented in the United States in the late 19th or early 20th century. The dessert became popular at carnivals, fairs, and sporting events, where vendors would shave ice by hand and flavor it with fruit syrups.

Preparation

To prepare a snow cone, ice is crushed or shaved into fine pieces. The ice is then packed into a cone-shaped paper cup and flavored with sweet syrups. The syrups are typically brightly colored and can be made from a variety of flavors, including fruit flavors like cherry, grape, and blue raspberry, as well as other flavors like vanilla, bubblegum, and cotton candy.

Variations

There are many variations of the snow cone around the world. In Hawaii, a similar dessert called shave ice is popular. Shave ice differs from a snow cone in that the ice is shaved rather than crushed, resulting in a much finer texture. In Mexico, a dessert called raspado is similar to a snow cone, but the syrups used are often made from natural fruits and can include condensed milk.

See also

• Shave ice
• Raspado
• Slush (beverage)
• Italian ice
• Granita

References

Snow cone Resources
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