Old Fashioned Ice Cream Float
A classic old fashioned ice cream float made with creamy vanilla ice cream and fizzy root beer, topped with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.
Servings 1 serving
Ingredients
- vanilla ice cream
- root beer soda
- whipped cream optional
- maraschino cherrry optional
Instructions
- Add loose scoops of vanilla ice cream to a tall serving glass.
- Slowly pour the root beer over the ice cream, allowing time for the foam to rise as you pour.
- Top with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Choose quality ingredients: With only two main ingredients, the flavor of both the ice cream and root beer will be noticeable in the finished float.
- Pour in stages: If the foam rises too quickly, pause briefly before adding more root beer to prevent spills.
- Customize the flavors: Substitute your favorite soda and ice cream flavors to create different float combinations.
- Serve immediately: Ice cream floats are best enjoyed as soon as they are assembled while the soda is still fizzy and the ice cream is holding its shape.
