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.
- Details
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