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Snow Ice Cream Recipe: Easy, Kid-Friendly Winter Treat

Snow ice cream is a delightful winter treat that turns fresh snow into a creamy dessert. After the snow day fun, enlist your kids to gather clean snow for this simple, family-friendly recipe shared by Emily Fazio, a seasoned home cook and content creator.

Snow Ice Cream Recipe: Easy, Kid-Friendly Winter Treat

Photo by Emily Fazio

Ingredients

  • 10 cups fresh, clean snow
  • 1 cup condensed or regular milk
  • ¼ cup white sugar (omit if using sweetened condensed milk)
  • 2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
  • Sprinkles, for topping
Snow Ice Cream Recipe: Easy, Kid-Friendly Winter Treat

Photo by Emily Fazio

Step 1: Mix the Base

Snow Ice Cream Recipe: Easy, Kid-Friendly Winter Treat

Photo by Emily Fazio

In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, sugar (if using), and vanilla extract. Keep the bowl chilled outside or in the freezer until ready to use.

Step 2: Add the Snow

Snow Ice Cream Recipe: Easy, Kid-Friendly Winter Treat

Photo by Emily Fazio

Gather 10 cups of pristine snow—pack fresh snowballs to measure accurately. Choose untouched snow away from roads, driveways, gutters, or pet areas. Working quickly outdoors, stir the chilled milk mixture into the snow with a large spoon. The result should be denser than loose snow but not as smooth as a slushie.

Step 3: Top and Serve

Snow Ice Cream Recipe: Easy, Kid-Friendly Winter Treat

Photo by Emily Fazio

Indoors, scoop into bowls or shape into large snowballs for cone-style treats. Roll in sprinkles until coated and serve immediately for the best texture.