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Homemade Cream Soda Floats


  • Author: platesdaily
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Indulge in the refreshing taste of homemade cream soda floats, a delightful blend of creamy vanilla ice cream and fizzy club soda. This nostalgic treat is perfect for sunny afternoons, backyard barbecues, or casual gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create an eye-catching dessert that evokes childhood memories and brings smiles to all ages.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups vanilla ice cream
  • 1 cup chilled club soda
  • 1/2 cup whipped cream
  • 4 maraschino cherries
  • 2 tablespoons flavor syrup (optional)

Instructions

  1. Chill glasses in the freezer for extra frosty floats.
  2. Scoop 1-2 generous scoops of vanilla ice cream into each glass.
  3. Drizzle flavor syrup over the ice cream if desired.
  4. Slowly pour chilled club soda over the ice cream until the glass is nearly full.
  5. Top with whipped cream and finish with a maraschino cherry.
  6. Serve immediately with straws or spoons.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 float (approximately 250g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 42g
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Experiment with flavored sodas like root beer or cherry for unique variations. Use high-quality ice cream for a richer taste.