Root Beer Float
Indulge in the timeless delight of a classic Root Beer Float—a nostalgic treat that blends creamy vanilla ice cream with fizzy, spiced root beer for the perfect balance of sweetness and refreshment. Ready in just 5 minutes, this easy-to-make dessert-drink hybrid is ideal for summer afternoons, parties, or satisfying your sweet tooth on a whim. Optional toppings like whipped cream and a maraschino cherry add a touch of decadence and charm. Served in a chilled glass to keep it frosty, this soda fountain favorite is as fun to make as it is to sip, offering a bubbly, creamy experience that never goes out of style. Perfect for all ages, the Root Beer Float promises pure, frothy nostalgia in every sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 scoops vanilla ice cream
- 12 ounces root beer
- 2 tablespoons whipped cream (optional)
- 1 piece maraschino cherries (optional)
Instructions
Chill a tall glass in the freezer for 10-15 minutes to keep your float cold for longer.
Carefully place 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream into the chilled glass.
Slowly pour 12 ounces of root beer into the glass, tilting the glass slightly to reduce foam overflow. Allow it to combine naturally with the ice cream.
Optional: Top the float with 2 tablespoons of whipped cream for a creamy finish.
Optional: Garnish with 1 maraschino cherry for a pop of color and added sweetness.
Serve immediately with a straw and a long spoon. Enjoy your Root Beer Float!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
471 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.4 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 73 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 141 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.5 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 274 mg | 6% | |
*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.
