Snow cone syrups have a typical shelf life of up to one year. One quart of syrup typically makes 30 to 40 cones.
Try this easy Snow Cone Syrup recipe (ready in 7 minutes!) from Allrecipes.com:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups white sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 (0.13 ounce) package unsweetened, fruit-flavored soft drink mix
Directions:
- In a saucepan, stir together the sugar and water. Bring to a boil, and boil for about 1 minute. Remove from heat, and stir in the drink mix. Allow to cool, and store in a container for pouring. Pour over shaved ice to flavor.
Tips on making desserts healthier: Eat fruit topped with one tablespoon of chocolate or strawberry syrup instead of fattening desserts. See more healthy dessert alternatives here.