Snow cream facts for kids
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| Alternative names | Snow, snowe |
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| Type | Dessert |
Snow cream is a fun dessert that can be made in two different ways. One way uses whipped cream with added flavors. The other way mixes real snow with a sweet, milky liquid to create a treat similar to ice cream. This second type is often called snow ice cream.
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What is Snow Cream?
Snow cream can be either a light, fluffy dessert made from whipped cream, or a cool, refreshing treat made by mixing fresh snow with sweet ingredients. Both versions have been enjoyed for a long time!
Creamy Snow Cream
For many years, up until the 1600s, whipped cream was known as "snow cream" or "milk snow." People sometimes even added whipped egg whites to make it extra fluffy. There are old recipes from the 1500s in England and other European countries that describe how to make this creamy dessert.
Snow-Based Ice Cream
Using real snow as a main ingredient in a dessert is a very old idea! To make this kind of snow cream, you mix clean snow with a dairy liquid (like milk or cream), sugar, and a flavoring. As you mix, the snow melts a little and blends with the other ingredients, turning into a simple, delicious ice cream substitute.
Other "Snow" Desserts
There are other desserts that use "snow" in their name, even if they aren't exactly like snow cream.
Apple Snow
Apple snow is a dessert that adds mashed apple to a basic recipe. In the 1600s, people often ate it warm. A more modern version is served cold. You can also find lemon snow and orange snow made with fruit juices.
Air Pie
There's a Russian dessert called air pie. It's made from whipped egg whites, sugar, and fruit purée, and it's usually served warm.
Summer Snow
Summer snow is a version of these desserts that includes fruit, egg whites, and sometimes a little bit of alcohol.
Snowballs and Snow Cones
Snowballs can be many different desserts and are usually not related to snow cream. However, one type of snowball is similar to a slush drink, which is made from ice and fruit syrup. This can be seen as a cousin to snow cream.
A snow cone is another frozen dessert. It's made from crushed or shaved ice with bright, fruit-flavored syrup poured over it. Snow cones are usually served in a paper cone or cup.
