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Hawaiian Shave Ice

Fluffy shaved ice topped with colorful syrup flavors and a scoop of ice cream. A refreshing Hawaiian treat perfect for hot days, now trending with tropical fruit variations.

10 minEasyServes 2280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups ice (block or crushed)
  • 4 tbsp cherry syrup
  • 4 tbsp mango syrup
  • 4 tbsp passion fruit or pineapple syrup
  • 1 cup vanilla ice cream
  • 2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk

Instructions

  1. 1

    If using an ice block, run it under water briefly and shave it into fine, fluffy shards using a shave ice machine or hand tool. Alternatively, use crushed ice.

  2. 2

    Divide 4 cups shaved ice (block or crushed) between two bowls or cones, packing it gently.

  3. 3

    Drizzle the ice with your choice of syrups: 4 tbsp cherry syrup, 4 tbsp mango syrup, and 4 tbsp passion fruit or pineapple syrup in a colorful pattern.

  4. 4

    Top each serving with a scoop of 1 cup vanilla ice cream.

  5. 5

    Drizzle with 2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk for sweetness.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately with a spoon and enjoy.

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What is Hawaiian Shave Ice?

Fluffy shaved ice topped with colorful syrup flavors and a scoop of ice cream. A refreshing Hawaiian treat perfect for hot days, now trending with tropical fruit variations. This reference files it under Hawaiian dessert: made without cooking, rated easy and about 10 minutes start to finish.

What can I use instead of sweetened condensed milk in Hawaiian Shave Ice?

The entry for Hawaiian Shave Ice calls for 2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk. In its place: There is no quick swap. Simmer two cups of milk with two thirds of a cup of sugar until reduced by half, about 35 minutes.

Can I make Hawaiian Shave Ice dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Hawaiian Shave Ice is 1 cup vanilla ice cream, 2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk. Swap the vanilla ice cream for a plant-based version of the same product; the sweetened condensed milk for a plant-based version of the same product. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How many calories are in Hawaiian Shave Ice?

One serving (the recipe makes 2) is about 280 calories, with 2 g protein, 68 g carbohydrate and 4 g fat, plus 45 mg sodium.

How do I store and reheat Hawaiian Shave Ice?

Keep Hawaiian Shave Ice covered in the refrigerator and eat it within three days. Chilled and set desserts lose their texture in the freezer.

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