Description
The Shirley Temple Float is a delightful and refreshing non-alcoholic beverage featuring creamy vanilla ice cream, sweet grenadine syrup, fizzy lemon-lime soda, and optional garnishes like maraschino cherries, lime wedges, and whipped topping. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or simply enjoying a nostalgic treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Float Ingredients
- 8 ounces Vanilla Ice Cream (1 cup)
- 1 ounce Grenadine
- 8 ounces Lemon Lime Soda
Optional Garnishes
- Maraschino Cherries
- Lime Wedges
- Whipped Topping
- Pink Sanding Sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the glass: Place the vanilla ice cream in the bottom of a tall glass to serve as the base of the float.
- Add grenadine: Drizzle the grenadine syrup evenly over the scoop of ice cream to infuse sweetness and color.
- Pour soda: Gently pour the lemon-lime soda over the ice cream and grenadine, allowing it to fizz and blend without overflowing.
- Garnish: Add a dollop of whipped topping, maraschino cherry, lime slice, and a sprinkle of pink sanding sugar on top, if desired, to enhance flavor and presentation.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve immediately with a straw and spoon for a refreshing and nostalgic treat.
Notes
- This drink is best served immediately to enjoy the contrast of creamy ice cream and fizzy soda.
- Use good quality vanilla ice cream for the best flavor and creaminess.
- Pink sanding sugar adds a fun sparkle and texture but can be omitted if preferred.
- For a slightly less sweet version, reduce grenadine to 0.5 ounce.
- This recipe is suitable for all ages as it is a non-alcoholic beverage.
