ROOT BEER GRANITA FLOAT
A childhood favorite gets fancy: Root beer granita is topped with vanilla ice cream, then drizzled with root beer syrup. Try making this with a microbrew root beer.
Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Categories Ice Cream & Ices
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- 1. Pour 4 cups root beer into 13x9x2-inch baking pan; freeze until set, about 4 hours or overnight.
- 2. Meanwhile, boil remaining 4 cups root beer in large saucepan until reduced to 1/2 cup, about 30 minutes. Cool root beer syrup.
- 3. Using tines of fork, scrape frozen root beer into icy flakes, then mix gently in pan to blend.
- 4. Spoon 3/4 cup root beer granita into each of 6 clear glasses or dessert cups.
- 5. Top granita with scoop of ice cream. Drizzle each with 4 teaspoons root beer syrup and serve.
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Peter Glory
[email protected]This was a lot of work for what it was. I don't think I'll be making this again.
David Goble
[email protected]The granita was not as flavorful as I expected. I think I'll try adding some more spices next time.
Collins Christopher
[email protected]This was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The granita itself was really good and the vanilla ice cream was a nice touch.
Joseph Whatmore
[email protected]I made this for my kids and they loved it! They said it was the best root beer float they've ever had. I'll definitely be making this again.
Soft Money dc
[email protected]This is the perfect summer treat! The granita is so refreshing and the vanilla ice cream adds a delicious richness. I love that you can adjust the sweetness to your liking.
Victoria Ndessy
[email protected]This was a fun and easy recipe to make. The granita turned out great and the vanilla ice cream was the perfect addition. I will definitely be making this again.
Jessie Robinson
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a summer party or BBQ. The granita is so refreshing and the vanilla ice cream adds a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Modulus Kay
[email protected]I made this for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I got so many compliments. The granita was so easy to make and it turned out perfect.
Lilliluxe Luxeluxe
[email protected]This was a delicious and refreshing treat! The granita was the perfect consistency, and the vanilla ice cream added a creamy richness that took it over the top. I'll definitely be making this again.
Gaming with Sasiya
[email protected]I love root beer floats, and this granita version is a fun and unique twist. The granita is easy to make and can be made ahead of time, which is a big plus. I also love that you can adjust the sweetness to your liking. Definitely a keeper!
Ayesha Siddika
[email protected]This root beer granita float was a huge hit at my summer BBQ! The granita was so refreshing and flavorful, and the float version with the creamy vanilla ice cream was pure bliss. I'll definitely be making this again and again.