Best 5 Root Beer Float Ice Cream Recipes

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Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of your childhood with a homemade root beer float ice cream that combines the creamy richness of ice cream with the fizzy sweetness of root beer. This delightful dessert is a perfect treat for any occasion, whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, a birthday party, or simply craving a sweet and refreshing treat.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ROOT BEER FLOAT ICE CREAM



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This ice cream has the great taste of a root beer float without the soda. It's a great summertime dessert. Root beer concentrate can be found in the spice section of the market.

Provided by Grace Gutberlet

Categories     Desserts     Frozen Dessert Recipes     100+ Ice Cream Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 eggs
¾ cup white sugar
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ teaspoon root beer extract

Steps:

  • Whip eggs until foamy, then slowly pour in sugar while continuing to whip eggs until ribbony. Fold in cream, milk, vanilla extract, root beer extract until evenly mixed.
  • Freeze in ice cream maker according to manufacturer's directions, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.6 calories, Carbohydrate 21.9 g, Cholesterol 131.1 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 14.7 g, Sodium 52.4 mg, Sugar 20.3 g

ROOT BEER FLOATS



Root Beer Floats image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 pint vanilla bean ice cream
2 quarts root beer

Steps:

  • Hang a large, well packed scoop of vanilla ice cream on the edge of a fountain glass or other tall drinking glass. Fill the glass 3/4 full with root beer. Set the fountain glass on a salad plate, underlining the glass for overflow. Serve floats with straws and parfait spoons. When you are ready to enjoy the floats, knock the ice cream into the root beer and watch it fizz up as the ice cream floats. Yummy! This is the simplest and my most favorite fountain drink!

ROOT BEER FLOAT CAKE I



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This cake has good old fashioned flavor. The kids will love it! For decoration you can sprinkle crushed root beer candies over the top. This cake is best served with vanilla ice cream.

Provided by Karin Christian

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Yellow Cake

Time 1h

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle root beer
¼ cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
½ cup confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons root beer

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch Bundt pan.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the cake mix, 12 ounces root beer, oil and eggs until smooth. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 35 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool cake in pan for 15 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely. Poke holes in the cake with a skewer at 2 inch intervals. Pour Root Beer Glaze evenly over cake.
  • To make the Root Beer Glaze: combine the confectioners sugar and 3 tablespoons of root beer in a small bowl. Beat until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.3 calories, Carbohydrate 36.6 g, Cholesterol 40.6 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 261.6 mg, Sugar 23.6 g

ROOT BEER FLOAT PIE



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This is the kind of recipe your kids will look back on and always remember. And you don't even need to use an oven. -Cindy Reams, Philipsburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed, divided
3/4 cup cold diet root beer
1/2 cup fat-free milk
1 package (1 ounce) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
1 graham cracker crust (9 inches)
Maraschino cherries, optional

Steps:

  • Set aside and refrigerate 1/2 cup whipped topping for garnish. In a large bowl, whisk the root beer, milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Fold in half the remaining whipped topping. Spread into graham cracker crust., Spread remaining whipped topping over pie. Freeze for at least 8 hours or overnight., Dollop reserved whipped topping over each serving; top with a maraschino cherry if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 275mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROOT BEER FLOATS WITH HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 eggs
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
24 ounces root beer

Steps:

  • For the vanilla ice cream: Whisk the eggs in a large mixing bowl. Whisk in the cream and milk, a little at a time, until incorporated; then add the sugar, a little at a time, whisking until completely dissolved.
  • Pour the mixture into a glass bowl set over a pot of simmering water and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 40 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla. Let the ice cream base cool completely before adding it to an electric ice cream maker. Freeze according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • For the root beer float: In a frosty mug, add 2 large scoops of the vanilla ice cream, then top off with root beer. Repeat with the remaining ice cream and root beer. Serve with large straws and spoons.

Tips:

  • For a classic root beer float, use vanilla ice cream. However, you can also experiment with other flavors, such as chocolate, strawberry, or coffee ice cream.
  • To make a richer float, use a higher-fat ice cream. A good option is premium ice cream or gelato.
  • If you want a more fizzy float, use a freshly opened bottle of root beer. You can also add a scoop of sherbet or sorbet to the float for a more flavorful and refreshing drink.
  • If you are using diet root beer, you may want to add a little bit of sugar to the float to taste.
  • Garnish your root beer float with a cherry, a dollop of whipped cream, or a sprinkle of nutmeg for an extra special touch.

Conclusion:

The root beer float is a classic American dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, delicious, and refreshing. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect root beer float that will be enjoyed by people of all ages.

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