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Shirley Temple Ice Cream Float Recipe

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A refreshing and nostalgic Shirley Temple Ice Cream Float combining fizzy lemon-lime soda, ginger ale, and sweet grenadine syrup topped with creamy vanilla ice cream. Perfect as a delightful non-alcoholic treat garnished with maraschino cherries and lime slices.

Ingredients

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Beverages and Syrups

  • 2 1/2 cups lemon-lime soda (such as 7UP or Sprite), chilled
  • 1 cup ginger ale, chilled
  • 2 tablespoons grenadine syrup

Dairy

  • 4 scoops vanilla ice cream

Garnishes

  • Maraschino cherries, for garnish
  • Lime slices, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the Shirley Temple mixture: In a pitcher, stir together the chilled lemon-lime soda, chilled ginger ale, and grenadine syrup thoroughly to combine all the flavors evenly.
  2. Prepare the glasses: Divide the four scoops of vanilla ice cream evenly between two fountain glasses, setting the creamy base for the float.
  3. Assemble the float: Carefully pour the Shirley Temple mixture over the scoops of ice cream in each glass, allowing the fizzy liquid to mix and create a delightful foam on top.
  4. Add garnishes: Place one or two maraschino cherries and a slice of lime on the rim or inside each glass to enhance both visual appeal and flavor.
  5. Serve and enjoy: Serve the ice cream floats immediately to maintain the fizzy texture and creamy coldness for a perfect refreshing treat.

Notes

  • Use chilled sodas to ensure the float stays cold longer and reduces melting of the ice cream.
  • For a more intense cherry flavor, add a splash of maraschino cherry juice with the grenadine.
  • You can substitute vanilla ice cream with lemon or lime sherbet for a citrus twist.
  • Serve immediately after assembling to enjoy the perfect combination of fizzy soda and creamy ice cream.

Keywords: Shirley Temple, Ice Cream Float, Vanilla Ice Cream, Lemon-Lime Soda, Ginger Ale, Grenadine, Non-Alcoholic Drink, Summer Beverage, Classic Float

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