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Peppermint Christmas Float

Delightful Peppermint Christmas Float for Holiday Cheer

Enjoy the festive flavors of a Peppermint Christmas Float, a creamy and refreshing holiday drink that’s easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Drink
  • 1 liter Flavored Soda like ginger ale or lemon-lime
  • 1 cup Milk whole or low-fat
For the Ice Cream
  • 4 scoops Vanilla or Peppermint Ice Cream slightly softened
For the Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Peppermint Candy or chocolate shavings
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream for topping

Equipment

  • large punch bowl
  • ladle
  • Serving glasses

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Select a big punch bowl or large-serving beverage jar and ensure it's clean.
  2. Pour your chosen flavored soda into the bowl, then add the milk and stir gently for about 30 seconds.
  3. Using a ladle, pour the mixed drink into individual serving glasses, filling them about three-quarters full.
  4. Scoop one generous scoop of ice cream into each glass on top of the drink mixture.
  5. Sprinkle crushed peppermint candy over each float for garnish.
  6. Serve each glass with a small spoon and a straw.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 23gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mg

Notes

Use a warm ice cream scoop for easier portioning. Adjust soda to taste. Chill glasses for better presentation.

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