Best 4 Not Your Kids Root Beer Float Recipes
Indulge in a delightful journey of flavors with our collection of Not-Your-Kids' Root Beer Float recipes. These elevated takes on the classic root beer float offer a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. From the creamy richness of ice cream to the decadent sweetness of homemade whipped cream, each recipe promises a unique and unforgettable experience.
Unleash your inner mixologist with our "Root Beer Float with a Twist," where vanilla ice cream meets the invigorating flavors of coffee and chocolate. Alternatively, embark on a tropical adventure with our "Piña Colada Root Beer Float," where pineapple, coconut, and rum fuse seamlessly with the nostalgic taste of root beer. For those seeking a boozy delight, our "Spiked Root Beer Float" incorporates bourbon, whiskey, or rum, transforming this classic treat into an adult indulgence.
For a vegan and gluten-free option, our "Vegan Root Beer Float" delights with creamy coconut milk ice cream and a drizzle of rich chocolate sauce. And if you're craving a sweet and tangy twist, our "Raspberry Root Beer Float" combines fresh raspberries and zesty lime sorbet, creating a burst of flavor in every sip.
Prepare to be amazed by our "Root Beer Float Sundae," a towering masterpiece that combines root beer ice cream, whipped cream, chocolate sauce, and a cherry on top. And for a truly decadent experience, our "Root Beer Float Pie" encases a creamy root beer filling within a flaky pie crust, topped with a crown of whipped cream.
So, gather your ingredients, ignite your culinary passion, and embark on a journey of taste exploration with our Not-Your-Kids' Root Beer Float recipes. Each creation promises an explosion of flavors, textures, and pure indulgence that will leave you craving more.
ROOT BEER FLOAT
Everyone loves a good A&W® Root Beer Float - a classic and fun drink recipe made with bubbly root beer, creamy vanilla ice cream, and a few other ingredients that takes it over the top! Here's how to make the absolute BEST one!
Provided by Rebecca Hubbell
Categories Drink
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Use a tall glass, preferably a float glass or a beer stein. Freeze your glasses prior to use for an extra frosty experience.
- Add the ice cream to the glass and pour the root beer in slowly at an angle to reduce fizz and risk of overflow.
- Top with whipped cream and a cherry.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 kcal, Carbohydrate 55 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 58 mg, Sodium 135 mg, Sugar 52 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ROOT BEER FLOAT
Steps:
- Spoon a scoop or two of vanilla ice cream into a tall glass. Slowly pour root beer into the glass, allowing the foam to rise and then recede before adding more root beer. Serve with straws and spoons. Links: Root beer float cupcakes from Deb of Smitten Kitchen Root beer float cake from Joy the Baker Where the bubbles come from Origins of the ice cream soda Reverse root beer float from Frozen Fix
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 kcal, Carbohydrate 77 g, Cholesterol 58 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 162 mg, Sugar 74 g, Fat 15 g, ServingSize 1 root beer float, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
ROOT BEER FLOATS
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 5m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Hang a large, well packed scoop of vanilla ice cream on the edge of a fountain glass or other tall drinking glass. Fill the glass 3/4 full with root beer. Set the fountain glass on a salad plate, underlining the glass for overflow. Serve floats with straws and parfait spoons. When you are ready to enjoy the floats, knock the ice cream into the root beer and watch it fizz up as the ice cream floats. Yummy! This is the simplest and my most favorite fountain drink!
ROOT BEER FLOAT PIE
This is the kind of recipe your kids will look back on and always remember. And you don't even need to use an oven. -Cindy Reams, Philipsburg, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Set aside and refrigerate 1/2 cup whipped topping for garnish. In a large bowl, whisk the root beer, milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Fold in half the remaining whipped topping. Spread into graham cracker crust., Spread remaining whipped topping over pie. Freeze for at least 8 hours or overnight., Dollop reserved whipped topping over each serving; top with a maraschino cherry if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 275mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- For a classic root beer float, use vanilla ice cream and A&W Root Beer. For a more unique flavor, try using different types of ice cream, such as chocolate or strawberry, or different brands of root beer.
- If you don't have a tall glass for your root beer float, you can use a regular glass and just add less root beer.
- To make a root beer float that is extra creamy, use frozen custard instead of ice cream.
- For a boozy root beer float, add a shot of bourbon or rum to the root beer before pouring it over the ice cream.
- To make a root beer float that is fun for kids, add a scoop of sherbet or sorbet to the top of the ice cream.
Conclusion:
The root beer float is a classic American dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, delicious, and can be customized to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a refreshing and fun treat, give the root beer float a try.
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