Celebrate winter with a flurry of magical snow, topped with blackberry syrup and mint leaves. This speedy, refreshing snack is the perfect holiday treat. Thanks to Woolworths.
Prep: 15mins, Cook: 10mins, Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups Macro Organic coconut water
- 1/2 cup caster sugar
- 3 whole star anise
- 250g blackberries
- 1/4 bunch mint, small leaves picked
Method
- Combine coconut water and 1 cup water in a large jug. Pour into 3 x 12-hole (20ml-capacity) ice-cube trays. Freeze for 4 hours or until firm.
- Meanwhile, place sugar, star anise and 1 1/2 cups water in a medium saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring, for 2-3 minutes or until sugar dissolves. Add blackberries and increase heat to high. Bring to the boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer for 5-7 minutes or until mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat. Cool. Blend until smooth, then strain through a fine sieve into a large jug. Refrigerate for 1 hour to chill.
- When ready to eat, process ice cubes, in 2 batches, until finely crushed. Spoon into bowls. Serve immediately, topped with berry syrup and mint.
Healthier tip:
Top your shaved ice with fresh berries, fruit and honey (instead of the syrup) for a healthier option.
