Sugar-Free Snow Cone Syrup – Keto, Refreshing, and Still Tastes Like Summer

I Wanted the Syrup, Not the Sugar Bomb

I grew up with snow cones that tasted like pure childhood—until I realized one “refreshing” drizzle had more sugar than a candy bar. I’ve tested sugar-free versions before, and most either crystallized weird or tasted like fake fruit sadness. This one? Smooth, pourable, and zero spike.

🧠 What Solves the “Low-Carb But Sad” Problem

This syrup keeps that vibrant, slushy sweetness without sugar crashes. The trick? A sweetener blend that dissolves clean and mimics sugar’s syrupy thickness.

🧾 What I Used (And Why It Worked)

• 1 cup allulose – Tastes and behaves almost exactly like sugar, without the recrystallization issue you get with erythritol. Zero net carbs.
• 1/4 tsp xanthan gum (optional) – Adds slight body if you like it a little thicker. Skip if you want it super light.
• 1 cup water – Carries the flavor without diluting it.
• 1 packet unsweetened drink mix (0.13 oz) – Think Kool-Aid style. Gives the classic snow cone vibe without sugar. Choose your fave.

🔁 Low-Carb Swaps That Still Work

⚠️ Keto Missteps and How I Fixed Them

👩‍🍳 How to Make It

1. In a saucepan, whisk 1 cup allulose with 1 cup water.
2. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 1 minute, stirring until fully dissolved.
3. Optional: Sprinkle in 1/4 tsp xanthan gum and whisk hard until smooth.
4. Remove from heat, stir in 1 packet drink mix.
5. Cool completely. Store in a clean jar or squirt bottle.

🧊 How I Store and Track It

• Keeps in the fridge 2–3 weeks.
• No freezing needed—it’s shelf-stable if kept airtight and clean.
• I portion it as 1 tbsp = 1 serving (essential for tracking).
• Net carbs per tbsp: 0g (assuming allulose isn’t counted).

❓ What I Googled Before Making This

Is allulose really zero-carb?
Yes, your body doesn’t metabolize it—so it won’t spike blood sugar or count toward net carbs.

Can I use erythritol instead?
You can, but expect a gritty texture once it chills.

Does it taste like fake sugar?
If you stick with allulose and a decent drink mix, it’s legit nostalgic and delicious.

📊 Nutrition Facts – Sugar-Free Snow Cone Syrup

Serving Size: 2 tbsp (1 serving from 12 total)

Sweetener used: Allulose (does not spike blood sugar, 0g net carbs)

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Sugar-Free Snow Cone Syrup – Keto, Refreshing, and Still Tastes Like Summer

Author: Sarah Cooking Method:Stovetop Cuisine:American Courses:Dessert

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 5 minutesCook time: 5 minutesCooling time: 15 minutesTotal time: 25 minutesServings:12 servingsCalories:20 kcal Best Season:Summer

Description

A classic-style snow cone syrup made completely sugar-free using allulose. Smooth, sweet, and keto-approved—with 0g net carbs per serving.

Ingredients

• 1 cup allulose
• 1 cup water
• 1 packet (0.13 oz) unsweetened fruit-flavored drink mix
• ¼ tsp xanthan gum (optional, for thicker syrup)

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine allulose and water. Whisk until dissolved.
2. Bring mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce to simmer for 1 minute.
3. If using xanthan gum, sprinkle it in and whisk vigorously until smooth.
4. Remove from heat and stir in drink mix until fully combined.
5. Let cool completely before transferring to a clean jar or squeeze bottle.
6. Store in fridge for up to 3 weeks. Shake before using.

Notes

• Best sweetener: Allulose – smooth, no grit, no blood sugar spike
  Optional: Add ¼ tsp xanthan gum for thicker syrup
  Stores in fridge for up to 3 weeks
  Net carbs: 0g per 2 tbsp serving (allulose not counted)
  Works great with any unsweetened drink mix (like Kool-Aid)

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