Ww 2 Pt Root Beer Float
Rediscover a vintage classic with this "WW 2 Pt Root Beer Float," a delightful nod to wartime ingenuity and simplicity. This quick and refreshing treat combines just three ingredients—chilled root beer, creamy vanilla ice cream, and an optional sugar substitute for authenticity, inspired by the era's ration-approved sweets. Ready in just 5 minutes, this fizzy, frothy dessert delivers nostalgic charm with a modern flair. Perfect for warm afternoons or as a light dessert option, this root beer float is indulgently satisfying yet portion-controlled, making it ideal for those keeping an eye on their sweet indulgences. Serve it immediately with a straw and spoon to savor every bubbly, creamy sip.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Root beer (chilled)
- 2 scoops Vanilla ice cream
- 1 tsp Sugar substitute or ration-approved sweetener (optional)
Instructions
1. Ensure the root beer is well-chilled before starting.
2. If using a sugar substitute, stir it into the root beer to enhance sweetness, mimicking sugar-ration era adjustments.
3. Gently pour half of the chilled root beer into a tall glass, leaving room for the ice cream.
4. Add two generous scoops of vanilla ice cream to the glass.
5. Slowly pour the remaining root beer over the ice cream, being careful to manage the fizz and prevent overflow.
6. Let the foam settle briefly, then serve immediately with a straw and spoon for ultimate enjoyment.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
418 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.9 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 57 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 147 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.3 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 258 mg | 5% | |
*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.
