Cherry Cream Floats
Indulge in the nostalgic charm of **Cherry Cream Floats**, a playful and refreshing dessert drink that combines the rich creaminess of vanilla ice cream with the tangy sweetness of homemade cherry syrup and bubbly soda. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, featuring fresh, juicy cherries cooked into a luscious syrup that can be left chunky for texture or blended smooth. Topped with a frothy layer of cherry or cream soda and optional whipped cream, these floats are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfect for summer gatherings or a fun treat any time of year, they’re a delightful twist on classic soda fountain floats, bursting with fresh cherry flavor and customizable garnishes. Serve with a straw and spoon for the ultimate fizzy, creamy experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh cherries (pitted and halved)
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 4 scoops Vanilla ice cream
- 2 cups Cherry soda (or cream soda)
- optional Whipped cream (optional)
- optional Maraschino cherries (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the fresh cherries, granulated sugar, and water.
Cook the cherry mixture over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cherries soften and release their juices.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the cherry mixture to cool completely. Optionally, blend the mixture for a smoother texture or leave it chunky for added texture.
In two tall glasses, add 1-2 scoops of vanilla ice cream to each glass.
Spoon the cooled cherry mixture over the ice cream, dividing it evenly between the glasses.
Slowly pour cherry soda (or cream soda) into each glass, filling it almost to the top. The soda will create a fizzy, frothy layer.
Top each float with whipped cream if desired, and garnish with a maraschino cherry for a festive touch.
Serve immediately with straws and spoons, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
992 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.6 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.1 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 130 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 241 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.1 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 155.7 g | ||
| Protein | 10.5 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 347 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 864 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
