No Ice Cream Root Beer Floats
Craving the nostalgic charm of a root beer float but looking for a creative twist? These No Ice Cream Root Beer Floats are a refreshing, easy-to-make alternative that swaps traditional ice cream for frozen whole milk cubes. By combining the creamy richness of homemade whipped cream—with just a hint of vanilla—and the fizzy sweetness of root beer, this recipe creates a perfectly frothy and satisfying treat. Ideal for those blazing summer days or a fun family gathering, this unique take on a classic dessert offers all the indulgence with fewer ingredients and no cooking time. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep (plus some freezing time), it's a no-fuss way to enjoy a timeless favorite with a modern spin.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 4 cups Root beer
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Pour the whole milk into an ice cube tray and freeze for at least 4 hours or until completely solid.
Chill a mixing bowl and whisk (or whisk attachment for a stand mixer) in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.
In the chilled mixing bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
Whip the cream mixture using a hand mixer, stand mixer, or whisk until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Once the milk cubes are frozen solid, divide them evenly among four tall glasses.
Pour one cup of root beer over the frozen milk cubes in each glass. The milk cubes will slowly melt, creating a creamy texture.
Top each glass with a generous dollop of whipped cream.
Serve immediately with a straw and/or spoon, allowing the milk cubes to blend with the root beer for a deliciously frothy treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1568 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.6 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.1 g | 286% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 299 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 363 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 141.2 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 138.6 g | ||
| Protein | 16.0 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 601 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 741 mg | 16% | |
*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.
