Vanilla Snow Drizzled with Warm Maple Syrup
Recipe courtesy of Gale Gand
Yield: 8 servings
Nutritional Analysis Per Serving
Serving Size: 1 of 8 servings
Calories: 140
Total Fat: 0 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 36 g
Dietary Fiber: 0 g
Sugar: 33 g
Protein: 0 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 7 mg
Total: 6 hr 15 min
Prep: 6 hr
Cook: 15 min
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 6 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 vanilla bean, split
- 1 cup maple syrup
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Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the water, sugar, and split vanilla bean, then bring to a boil. Transfer to a shallow 9 by 13-inch glass baking dish; cool to room temperature. Freeze solid (at least 6 hours or overnight).
- When ready, scrape frozen mixture into delicate shavings using a spoon. Spoon into pre-chilled bowls.
- Meanwhile, heat maple syrup in a saucepan to softball stage (240F). Remove from heat and drizzle over shaved ice. Watch the warm syrup firm into chewy delight!
- Fun twist: Twirl syrup around lollipop sticks for candy rolls.
Why You'll Love It
Imagine fluffy, vanilla-scented snow melting under rivers of warm, sticky maple syruppure magic! This effortless dessert from pastry wizard Gale Gand contrasts icy chill with gooey warmth, perfect for wowing guests or cozy nights. Light at 140 calories, dairy-free, and beginner-friendly, it shines with minimal ingredients and passive prep. Use premium maple syrup and real vanilla bean for next-level bliss.
Tips for Perfection
- Serve in freezer-chilled bowls; garnish with mint or sea salt.
- No thermometer? Drop syrup in cold waterit forms a soft ball.
- Scale up easily; store extra snow up to a week. Gently reheat syrup.
- Experiment: Add a cinnamon stick to syrup for cozy spice.
Transport your taste buds to a winter wonderlandwhip this up tonight and savor the sensory thrill!
