Festive Peppermint Christmas Float
Introduction
The Festive Peppermint Christmas Float is a sparkling, holiday-inspired drink that combines creamy ice cream with refreshing peppermint and bubbly soda. This show-stopping treat captures the essence of Christmas in every sip and is a crowd pleaser for kids and adults alike. Its bright color, nostalgic appeal, and irresistible flavor make it the perfect beverage to serve at parties, family gatherings, or as a fun dessert after holiday meals.
Deliciously Unique Festive Peppermint Christmas Float
What makes this float truly stand out is its vibrant balance of flavors: cool, minty peppermint pairs harmoniously with rich vanilla ice cream and the effervescence of lemon-lime soda. Topped with festive red and green sprinkles and a classic candy cane, this float not only tastes like the holidays but looks the part too—it’s an instant holiday mood-lifter that takes only minutes to assemble.
Creating the Perfect Float Base
Start by selecting high-quality vanilla or peppermint ice cream—the creamier, the better! For an extra kick of festive flavor, gently swirl a little peppermint extract into each scoop of ice cream. The soda adds a bubbly lift, and the ice cream melts slightly for that perfect creamy fizz. Serve immediately after assembling so each glass captures the lively texture and chilled, minty freshness.
Assembling Your Festive Peppermint Christmas Float
To assemble, scoop your chosen ice cream into tall glasses. Slowly pour chilled lemon-lime soda over the ice cream until the glass is nearly full. The fizziness will create a beautiful foamy crown on top. Garnish with whipped cream, festive sprinkles, and a candy cane stirrer for that unmistakable Christmas touch.
Serving Suggestions for a Show Stopping Peppermint Christmas Float
For added decadence, drizzle chocolate syrup or crushed peppermint candies over the whipped cream. Serve alongside freshly baked cookies or gingerbread for a complete holiday treat. This float not only offers a deliciously refreshing taste, but also brings a dash of festive cheer to your holiday table.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This recipe yields approximately 4 festive floats. Each float contains roughly 280-320 calories, depending on your toppings and the type of ice cream used. It’s a delightful seasonal splurge—perfect for holiday celebrations!
Deliciously Unique Festive Peppermint Christmas Float (Recap)
Creamy, fizzy, and bursting with peppermint flavor, this float is a show stopping addition to your holiday spread. Its easy preparation and bold holiday visuals make it a must-try for your next Christmas gathering.
Ingredients
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Instructions
- Chill your serving glasses in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to keep your floats extra frosty.
- Scoop 2 generous balls of ice cream into each glass. If using, gently stir a drop or two of peppermint extract into the ice cream before scooping for a bolder mint flavor.
- Slowly pour chilled lemon-lime soda over the ice cream, allowing the fizz to build a creamy foam on top. Fill glasses to about 1 inch below the rim.
- Top each float with a generous swirl of whipped cream. Sprinkle with festive red and green sprinkles and add a mini candy cane to each glass.
- For an extra-festive presentation, drizzle with chocolate syrup or scatter crushed peppermint on top.
- Serve immediately with a straw and spoon.
Weekly Meal Planning
This recipe is a fantastic addition to any holiday meal plan or party menu. Save and schedule this recipe to easily coordinate festive treats and drinks, and to generate smart shopping lists that consolidate everything you need for the week.
Planning Benefits:
- Automatically calculates all ingredient amounts across your chosen holiday recipes
- Organizes shopping lists logically by store sections for fast and smooth shopping trips
- Reduces the chance of duplicate purchases and forgotten ingredients
- Makes planning for parties and holiday gatherings efficient and fun
Pro tip: If you’re planning multiple recipes for Christmas gatherings, schedule everything together to get a combined shopping list. This ensures you don’t overbuy, and you’ll know exactly how many pints of ice cream and bottles of soda you’ll need!
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes




