Irresistible Raspberry Cream Soda Float
A quick and easy homemade dessert featuring a fizzy, creamy combination of raspberry syrup, vanilla ice cream, and cream soda. Perfect for summer or any occasion that calls for a refreshing treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 4 scoops (about 1 cup) full-fat vanilla ice cream
- 1 cup (240 ml) cream soda per serving
- Fresh raspberries and mint leaves for garnish (optional)
- Whipped cream for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup raspberries, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat and let simmer for 5-7 minutes until raspberries break down and mixture thickens slightly.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer for a smooth syrup or mash with a fork for texture. Let syrup cool about 10 minutes.
- Scoop 2 generous scoops (1/2 cup) of vanilla ice cream into each tall glass.
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of raspberry syrup over the ice cream in each glass.
- Slowly pour 1 cup (240 ml) chilled cream soda over the ice cream and syrup to keep bubbles alive.
- Garnish with fresh raspberries, mint leaves, and whipped cream if desired. Serve immediately with a spoon or straw.
Notes
Pour cream soda slowly over a spoon held above the ice cream to preserve fizz. Chill glasses ahead to keep float colder longer. Raspberry syrup can be made ahead and stored up to 3 days refrigerated. For dairy-free, use coconut or almond milk ice cream and check cream soda ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 float (1 glass)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 30
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 4
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