Description
A classic Shirley Temple Float is a refreshingly sweet and fizzy non-alcoholic drink featuring creamy vanilla ice cream, vibrant grenadine syrup, and bubbly lemon-lime soda, garnished with cherries, lime wedges, and whipped topping for a nostalgic treat perfect for parties or any fun gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main 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: Choose a tall, clear glass to show off the colorful layers of your Shirley Temple Float.
- Add the Ice Cream: Spoon 8 ounces (about 1 cup) of vanilla ice cream into the bottom of the glass, creating a creamy base.
- Drizzle the Grenadine: Slowly pour 1 ounce of grenadine syrup over the ice cream to soak into it, providing a sweet, fruity flavor and vibrant red color.
- Pour Lemon-Lime Soda: Gently pour 8 ounces of chilled lemon-lime soda over the ice cream and grenadine, allowing it to fizz and mix without overflowing.
- Garnish the Float: Add a dollop of whipped topping on top, then garnish with a maraschino cherry, a fresh lime wedge, and a sprinkle of pink sanding sugar for an extra touch of sweetness and decoration.
- Serve Immediately: Insert a straw and a long spoon, then serve the float right away to enjoy the perfect balance of creamy, fizzy, and fruity flavors.
Notes
- Use full-fat vanilla ice cream for the creamiest texture, or low-fat for a lighter treat.
- Chilling your glass beforehand helps the float stay cold longer.
- Feel free to substitute lemon-lime soda with ginger ale for a slightly different flavor.
- The grenadine syrup can be homemade or store-bought; homemade tends to be less sweet and more flavorful.
- Adjust the quantity of grenadine for sweetness to taste.
