Description
A homemade snow cone syrup recipe made from fresh mangoes, simple syrup, and aromatic cardamom, perfect for a refreshing summer treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup filtered water
- 2 large ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted, and cubed
- 2 teaspoons ground green cardamom
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 0.25 cup fresh mango cubes, diced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Simple Syrup: In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Heat over medium-high heat, stirring constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes without stirring. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
- Puree Mangoes: Place the peeled and cubed mangoes in a blender and process until completely smooth. For an extra-smooth syrup, press the purée through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl, discarding fibrous pulp.
- Infuse Syrup: Return the simple syrup to the saucepan over low heat. Stir in the prepared mango purée, ground green cardamom, and fresh lime juice. Gently simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the syrup thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
- Cool and Store: Remove the spiced mango syrup from the heat and let it cool completely to room temperature. Transfer the cooled syrup to a clean, airtight glass bottle or jar. Store refrigerated for up to 2 weeks for best quality and freshness.
- Serve with Shaved Ice: Fill a snow cone cup or bowl with freshly shaved ice. Generously drizzle the syrup over the ice. Finish with a light dusting of additional ground cardamom and scatter fresh mango cubes on top for garnish.
Notes
Store the finished syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. For the smoothest consistency, pass the mango puree through a fine-mesh sieve before adding it to the simple syrup. Use fresh ground cardamom for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (80 ml)
- Calories: 105 calories
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: mango, snow cone syrup, simple syrup, cardamom, summer dessert, refreshing, easy recipe, backyard barbecue