Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups of apple juice
- 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream
- 1/4 cup of whipped cream
- 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Special equipment needed:
- Tall glasses
- Long spoons
- Ice cream scoop
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Pour the apple juice into the tall glasses, filling them halfway.
2. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to each glass.
3. Top the ice cream with a dollop of whipped cream.
4. Sprinkle cinnamon and nutmeg over the whipped cream.
5. Add a few drops of vanilla extract to each glass.
6. Add another scoop of vanilla ice cream to each glass.
7. Top with more whipped cream and sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg.
8. Serve immediately with a long spoon.
Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 0 minutes
5. Temperature:
Room temperature
Serving size:
2 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 320
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 3g
Sodium: 70mg
Sugar: 35g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any flavor of ice cream instead of vanilla.
- You can use almond milk or any other non-dairy milk instead of apple juice.
- You can use coconut whipped cream instead of regular whipped cream.
Variations:
- You can add a splash of caramel sauce to the top of the whipped cream.
- You can add a few slices of fresh apple to the glass for garnish.
- You can use sparkling apple cider instead of apple juice.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the apple juice and ice cream are both cold before making the float.
- Use a tall glass to allow room for the ice cream to float on top of the juice.
- Use a long spoon to reach the bottom of the glass and scoop up the ice cream.
Storage instructions:
This recipe is best served immediately and should not be stored.
Reheating instructions:
This recipe does not require reheating.
Presentation ideas:
Serve in tall glasses with a colorful straw and a slice of apple on the rim.
Garnishes:
Whipped cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, caramel sauce, and apple slices.
Pairings:
This recipe pairs well with apple pie or any other apple dessert.
Suggested side dishes:
This recipe is a dessert and does not require a side dish.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the ice cream melts too quickly, try freezing the glasses before making the float.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use pasteurized apple juice and store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Food history:
The first recorded recipe for a float was in 1874 and was made with soda water and ice cream.
Flavor profiles:
This recipe has a sweet and creamy flavor with a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dessert after a meal or as a fun treat on a hot day.
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Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Fruity, Refreshing