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Orange Floats

Orange Floats: Creamy, Fizzy Nostalgia in Every Sip

Orange Floats are a refreshing, nostalgic dessert that combines creamy vanilla ice cream with bubbly orange soda.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 floats
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Float
  • 8 ounces Orange Soda Feel free to experiment with other sodas like grape.
  • 3-4 scoops Vanilla Ice Cream Consider using a non-dairy alternative if lactose intolerant.
For Optional Toppings
  • 1 dollop Whipped Cream Enhances creaminess and decorates the float.
  • 1 piece Maraschino Cherry Classic garnish for added color and sweetness.
  • 1 slice Orange Slice Fresh touch complementing the orange soda.
  • 1 sprig Mint Sprig For aroma and presentation.

Equipment

  • tall glass

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Orange Floats
  1. Begin by taking a tall glass and scooping 3–4 generous scoops of vanilla ice cream into it.
  2. Next, choose a bottle of chilled orange soda and slowly pour 8 ounces over the ice cream, preserving the carbonation.
  3. Consider adding optional toppings like whipped cream, a maraschino cherry, an orange slice, or a mint sprig.
  4. Serve immediately, enjoying the fizzy sensation and creamy flavor right away.

Nutrition

Serving: 1floatCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 30gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh; serve immediately for optimal experience.

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