Description
The Shirley Temple Float is a delightful, non-alcoholic beverage combining creamy vanilla ice cream, sweet grenadine, and fizzy lemon-lime soda. This iconic float is garnished with maraschino cherries, lime wedges, whipped topping, and pink sanding sugar for a festive and refreshing treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Float Ingredients
- 8 ounces Vanilla Ice Cream (about 1 cup)
- 1 ounce Grenadine
- 8 ounces Lemon Lime Soda
- Maraschino Cherries (optional, for garnish)
- Lime Wedges (optional, for garnish)
- Whipped Topping (optional, for garnish)
- Pink Sanding Sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the glass: Begin with a tall glass to accommodate all the ingredients and the float’s foamy top.
- Add the ice cream: Place 8 ounces (about 1 cup) of creamy vanilla ice cream into the bottom of the glass, which forms the rich base of this float.
- Drizzle grenadine: Pour 1 ounce of sweet grenadine syrup evenly over the ice cream to infuse the float with its signature cherry flavor and beautiful ruby color.
- Pour lemon-lime soda: Gently and slowly pour 8 ounces of lemon-lime soda over the ice cream to create a fizzy, bubbling mixture without quickly melting the ice cream.
- Garnish the float: Top with a dollop of whipped topping, place a maraschino cherry and a lime wedge on the rim or on top, and sprinkle with pink sanding sugar for added texture and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy the Shirley Temple Float right away while it’s cold and fizzy for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, use full-fat vanilla ice cream.
- Adjust the amount of grenadine depending on your preferred sweetness level.
- Use chilled lemon-lime soda to keep the float colder longer.
- Optional garnishes add extra flavor and color but can be omitted if desired.
- Serve with a wide straw and spoon for easy enjoyment.
