Indulge in a delightful treat that blends the flavors of root beer and creamy butterbeer, the Root Beer Butterfest Float. This magical concoction combines root beer soda, vanilla ice cream, and a rich butterbeer sauce, creating a symphony of tastes that will transport you to a world of pure indulgence. With its distinct fusion of sweet, creamy, and root beer flavors, this float offers a unique and captivating experience that is sure to leave you craving more.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
ROOT BEER FLOAT
Steps:
- Spoon a scoop or two of vanilla ice cream into a tall glass. Slowly pour root beer into the glass, allowing the foam to rise and then recede before adding more root beer. Serve with straws and spoons. Links: Root beer float cupcakes from Deb of Smitten Kitchen Root beer float cake from Joy the Baker Where the bubbles come from Origins of the ice cream soda Reverse root beer float from Frozen Fix
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 kcal, Carbohydrate 77 g, Cholesterol 58 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 162 mg, Sugar 74 g, Fat 15 g, ServingSize 1 root beer float, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
ROOT BEER FLOAT CAKE
I add root beer to both the cake batter and fluffy frosting of this summery dessert to get that great root beer float taste. Serve this moist cake to a bunch of hungry kids and watch it disappear! -Kat Thompson, Prineville, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine cake mix, 1-1/4 cups root beer, oil and eggs. Beat on low speed for 2 minutes or stir by hand for 3 minutes. , Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack., In a small bowl, combine the whipped topping mix and remaining root beer. Beat until soft peaks form. Frost cake. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 216mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
ROOT BEER BUTTERFEST FLOAT
This low-alcohol, post-dinner drink tastes a bit like a root beer float after the ice cream has melted. It is named after the Butter Festival that takes place every June in Mr. Bartels's hometown, Reedsburg, Wis. If you have a butter cookie or vanilla wafer on hand, it makes a nice accompaniment.
Provided by Robert Simonson
Categories cocktails
Yield 1 drink
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Into a Collins glass filled with ice, pour Kringle Cream and Root liqueur and top with club soda. Stir briefly. Add straw.
ROOT BEER FLOAT
Steps:
- In a double boiler, melt the chocolate chips. Dip the tips of the pretzel rods in the chocolate and place upright in a glass in the freezer for 1 hour. Set the remaining melted chocolate aside.
- Combine the vanilla extract and whipped topping. For each float, place 2 scoops of ice cream into tall float glass. Add 6 ounces root beer and 6 ounces cream soda to each glass. Top with the vanilla-flavored whipped topping. Remove pretzel rods from freezer and place in Root Beer Float. Garnish with extra drizzle of melted chocolate and serve immediately.
ROOT BEER FLOAT
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories beverage
Time 35m
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Run a glass mug under cold water and immediately chill in the freezer until it forms a frost.
- Scoop 2 large scoops of ice cream into the chilled mug. Top with cold root beer. Put a straw and a spoon in the mug and serve immediately.
ROOT BEER FLOAT (ADULT DRINK)
Make and share this Root Beer Float (Adult Drink) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by diner524
Categories Beverages
Time 2m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Fill pint glass with ice. Add the vodka and Kahlua.
- Fill 2 to 3 inches from top with cream and top off with Coke.
- Transfer between two glass for foamy effect or use a shaker.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.8, Fat 0.1, Sodium 2.6, Carbohydrate 13.3, Sugar 13.2
ROOT BEER FLOAT COOKIES
The perfect cookie for root beer lovers, soft and chewy.
Provided by cvanguil
Categories Desserts Cookies Drop Cookie Recipes
Time 23m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 2 baking sheets.
- Beat butter, brown sugar, and white sugar together in a bowl with an electric mixer until creamy; beat in pudding mix. Add eggs and root beer concentrate; stir in flour and baking soda. Fold chocolate chips into the dough.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough 2 inches apart on the baking sheets.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden, 8 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.1 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Cholesterol 32.3 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 167.4 mg, Sugar 13.8 g
ROOT BEER FLOAT
Craving a Root Beer Float but not the calories. Try this, it taste like the real thing. Only 1 WW point.
Provided by Audrey M
Categories Beverages
Time 1m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Place the frozen Cool Whip in a tall glass and pour the cold root beer over.
- Tastes like the real thing!
GOURMET ROOT BEER FLOAT
Tall glasses overflowing with root beer and vanilla ice cream. Top with whipped cream and cherries for a touch of elegance.
Provided by Lucinda
Categories Drinks Recipes Shakes and Floats Recipes
Time 2m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place 1 scoop of ice cream into each of two tall glasses. Pour root beer carefully over the ice cream. Add another scoop and repeat. If possible, repeat again. Top each with whipped cream and cherries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.6 calories, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 40.4 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 96.5 mg, Sugar 34.8 g
Tips:
- For a classic root beer float, use vanilla ice cream. For a more unique flavor, try using a different flavor of ice cream, such as chocolate, coffee, or caramel.
- For a richer flavor, use a higher quality root beer. A craft root beer or a root beer made with real sugar will have a more complex flavor than a mass-produced root beer.
- If you want a fizzier float, add a scoop of ice cream to the bottom of the glass before adding the root beer.
- For a more fun presentation, rim the glass with sprinkles, chocolate chips, or crushed candy.
- To make a root beer float with a twist, add a scoop of ice cream to the bottom of the glass, then top with root beer and a dollop of whipped cream.
Conclusion:
Root beer floats are a delicious and refreshing treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to suit your own taste. Whether you like your floats classic or with a twist, there is a recipe out there for you.
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