Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with the delightful Festive Peppermint Christmas Float, a creamy and refreshing holiday drink that is sure to impress at any gathering. This easy-to-make treat combines the invigorating flavors of peppermint and vanilla ice cream with bubbly soda, creating a fun and visually appealing beverage perfect for family celebrations or cozy movie nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 pound vanilla ice cream (15 oz)
- 1.5 liters lemon-lime soda (like 7 Up)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk and peppermint extract, stirring well.
- Gently fold in the vanilla ice cream until fully integrated.
- In clear glasses, add a generous scoop of the ice cream mixture and slowly pour in the lemon-lime soda to create layers.
- Serve immediately; garnish as desired with mint leaves or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate syrup or using flavored extracts. Chill your serving glasses beforehand for an extra frosty experience. Customize your float with fun toppings like sprinkles or crushed candies for festive flair.