Cool Down With A Tasty Snowball from Hansen’s In New Orleans

There's nothing better than an ice-cold snowball to cool you down on a hot summer day. Snowball stands are starting to open for the season, which means you can get your sugar-rush whenever you'd like! There's one snowball stand in New Orleans that's been around for nearly a century, and they're worth waiting in line for. Let's check it out.

When you want a delicious snowball, you turn to Hansen’s Sno-Blitz on Tchoupitoulas.

This iconic little snowball stand has been around since 1939 and is still family owned and operated.

Generations of New Orleanians have enjoyed a Hansen's snowball, and it's time for you to, too.

During peak times, it's pretty common to see a line stretching down the sidewalk during peak season. Don't worry, the line moves quickly!

There’s nothing better than hearing the sound of one of these bad boys firing up.

Everyone knows that sound all too well.

It means you’re about to be treated to one of the best snowballs you’ve ever had.

Yes, please.

The homemade flavors are what takes these snowballs to the next level.

And the unique flavors they come up with.

There are endless flavors to choose from.

So it really comes down to your preference. Are you more into tart flavors like satsuma and ginger or fancy flavors like passionfruit, fresh mint, or cardamom?

They also have several toppings to take your snowball to the next level.

Everyone loves the classic condensed milk topping.

They frequently feature special snowballs throughout the season.

So you’ll want to come back again and again to try them all.

Got a group? Get a bucket.

The party buckets are $22 and a great option for sharing.

If you happen to visit them when they’re serving their famous bananas foster topping, get it.

This homemade bananas foster is a perfect accompaniment to your snowball.

And the best part? You can add it to whatever flavor you want.

Bubble gum bananas foster? Sure, why not.

Kick off summer with one of these tasty treats.

And then challenge yourself to make it through all the flavors this summer!

For more information, be sure to check out their website and give them a follow on Facebook so you'll always know what their specialty flavors are.

What's your favorite flavor of snowball? Shout it out in the comments below!