Description
The Shirley Temple Float is a delightful and refreshing non-alcoholic beverage that combines creamy vanilla ice cream with sweet grenadine and fizzy lemon-lime soda. Perfect for parties or a nostalgic treat, this colorful float is garnished with maraschino cherries, lime wedges, and optional whipped topping for extra indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Float Ingredients
- 8 ounces Vanilla Ice Cream (1 cup)
- 1 ounce Grenadine
- 8 ounces Lemon Lime Soda
- Maraschino Cherries (optional, for garnish)
- Lime Wedges (optional, for garnish)
- Whipped Topping (optional, for garnish)
- Pink Sanding Sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass: Place the vanilla ice cream into the bottom of a tall glass to form the creamy base of the float.
- Add Grenadine: Drizzle the grenadine syrup gently over the top of the ice cream, infusing the dessert with its sweet pomegranate flavor and vibrant red color.
- Pour Soda: Slowly pour the lemon-lime soda over the ice cream and grenadine, allowing the fizz to lift and mix the flavors without overflowing.
- Garnish and Serve: Add a dollop of whipped topping if desired, then garnish with a maraschino cherry, a lime wedge, and a sprinkle of pink sanding sugar for a festive and attractive presentation. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Shirley Temple Float!
Notes
- For a dairy-free variation, use non-dairy vanilla ice cream.
- Adjust the amount of grenadine to taste for desired sweetness and color.
- Serve immediately after assembling to enjoy the fizz and creamy texture at its best.
- Use chilled lemon-lime soda for the best refreshing experience.
- Pink sanding sugar adds extra sparkle; you may skip it if unavailable.
