Festive Peppermint Christmas Float
Indulge in the festive spirit with our delightful Festive Peppermint Christmas Float! This vibrant and refreshing drink combines creamy vanilla ice cream with a hint of peppermint, creating a perfect treat for holiday gatherings. With just five minutes of prep time, this float is not only quick to make but also a crowd-pleaser suitable for all ages. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a cozy evening at home, this fizzy peppermint dessert will surely add joy to your celebrations. Top it off with whipped cream and crushed candy canes for an extra festive flair!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 pound (15 oz) vanilla ice cream
- 1.5 liters of chilled 7 Up
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine milk and peppermint extract; stir well.
- Scoop generous portions of vanilla ice cream into large glasses or cups.
- Slowly pour chilled 7 Up over the ice cream until the glasses are nearly full.
- Drizzle the prepared milk mixture over each float for added creaminess.
- Garnish with optional toppings like whipped cream or crushed candy canes, then serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 float (approximately 375g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg