Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 pint vanilla ice cream
- 1 pint chocolate ice cream
- 1 pint strawberry ice cream
- 1 bottle root beer
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
- 1/4 cup strawberry syrup
- Whipped cream
- Maraschino cherries
Special equipment needed:
- Tall glasses
- Ice cream scoop
- Blender
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a blender, blend the sliced bananas until smooth.
2. In a tall glass, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a scoop of chocolate ice cream, and a scoop of strawberry ice cream.
3. Pour 1/3 cup of the blended banana mixture over the ice cream.
4. Pour root beer over the ice cream and banana mixture until the glass is almost full.
5. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of chocolate syrup and 1 tablespoon of strawberry syrup over the top.
6. Add a dollop of whipped cream and top with a maraschino cherry.
7. Repeat the process for each glass.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 0 minutes
5. Temperature:
Serve chilled.
Serving size:
This recipe makes 4 servings.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 450
Fat: 16g
Carbohydrates: 74g
Protein: 7g
Sodium: 200mg
Sugar: 56g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of root beer, you can use any other soda of your choice.
- Instead of chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla ice cream, you can use any other flavors you prefer.
- Instead of chocolate and strawberry syrup, you can use caramel or butterscotch syrup.
Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or sprinkles on top for added texture.
- Use fresh strawberries or sliced bananas as a garnish.
- Add a scoop of whipped cream on top of each ice cream flavor for a layered effect.
Tips and tricks:
- Use chilled glasses to keep the float cold for longer.
- Use a tall spoon to reach all the layers of the float.
- Use a long straw to reach the bottom of the glass.
Storage instructions:
This recipe is best served immediately.
Reheating instructions:
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Presentation ideas:
Serve the Banana Split Root Beer Float in a tall glass with a long spoon and straw.
Garnishes:
Whipped cream and maraschino cherries.
Pairings:
This recipe pairs well with grilled burgers or hot dogs.
Suggested side dishes:
French fries or onion rings.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the float is too sweet, reduce the amount of syrup used.
- If the float is too thick, add more root beer.
Food safety advice:
Keep all ingredients refrigerated until ready to use.
Food history:
The banana split was invented in 1904 in Pennsylvania by a pharmacist who wanted to create a new dessert to attract customers. The root beer float was invented in 1893 by a Colorado gold rush miner who mixed vanilla ice cream with root beer.
Flavor profiles:
This recipe has a sweet and creamy flavor with a hint of banana and a fizzy root beer finish.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the Banana Split Root Beer Float as a dessert or a fun summer treat.
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Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Fruity, Carbonated