-
1
Place ice cubes in a 1-inch layer at the bottom of the larger bain marie.
-
2
Place the smaller bain marie inside of the larger and start layering ice and flowers.
-
3
Pour a layer of ice then lay flowers in around and up the wall and secure them in place with more ice cubes.
-
4
More flowers looks better than less once it's frozen, plus try to place them near then outside wall versus the inside wall.
-
5
Once filled, use twine to tie the two containers together tightly.
-
6
Fill the gap between the 2 containers with water and place it in a pan then freeze it overnight.
-
7
The next day, remove the twine and heat the inside container with a torch or warm water and slowly try to spin it back and forth to remove it.
-
8
There may be suction, break it with a thin knife.
-
9
Then warm the outside container and remove it to reveal your flower ice sculpture.
-
10
Return it to the freezer until you are ready to use it for display.
-
11
Wrap the base in a white cloth napkin and place it on a serving tray to catch any water that melts while it's on display.
-
12
Fill with scoops of sorbet, ice cream, or ice cubes for drinks.
-
13
Notes about the recipe: This is a great easy yet impressive looking ice sculpture for a buffet with the beauty of fresh flowers.
-
14
You can use particular flowers to follow a theme for a bridal shower or wedding or just use a mix of flowers for a garden party brunch.
-
15
And I love that I can make them ahead of time, even a week in advance!
-
16
Once I used seashells and seaweed instead of flowers and the containers held dipping sauces for a cold seafood buffet.
