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  • Author: Maria B. Evans
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 2 floats 1x
  • Category: Drinks
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Cupid’s Potion Float is a dreamy combination of fruity soda, creamy vanilla ice cream, and a touch of sparkle. It’s an easy-to-make Valentine’s drink that both kids and adults will love!


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups strawberry soda (or cherry soda, pink lemonade, or fruit punch soda)
  • 2 scoops vanilla ice cream
  • 1 tbsp grenadine (for extra pink color & sweetness, optional)
  • Whipped cream (for topping)
  • Heart-shaped sprinkles or red sugar crystals (for garnish)
  • Maraschino cherry (for garnish)
  • Paper straw (for serving, optional)

Instructions

  • Fill the Glass – Pour 1 cup of strawberry soda into a tall glass.
  • Add Ice Cream – Gently drop in a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  • Make It Extra Pink – Drizzle ½ tbsp grenadine over the ice cream (optional).
  • Repeat for a Second Serving – Use the remaining soda, ice cream, and grenadine to prepare another float.
  • Top It Off – Add a swirl of whipped cream, sprinkle with heart-shaped decorations, and place a maraschino cherry on top.
  • Serve Immediately – Add a fun straw and enjoy your Cupid’s Potion Float!

Notes

  • Swap strawberry soda for cream soda, cherry cola, or raspberry lemonade for a different twist!
  • Want a boozy version? Add a splash of vodka or champagne for an adults-only treat.
  • Try raspberry sorbet instead of vanilla ice cream for a fruity version.
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Nutrition

  • Calories: ~220
  • Sugar: 40g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg