Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1 cup root beer
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- Whipped cream (optional)
Special equipment needed:
- Blender
- Ice cream scoop
- Tall glasses
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a blender, combine vanilla ice cream, root beer, chocolate chips, and chopped mint leaves.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Scoop the mixture into tall glasses.
4. Top with whipped cream (optional).
5. Garnish with additional chocolate chips and mint leaves.
6. Serve immediately.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
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Serving size:
2 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 370
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Protein: 5g
- Sugar: 40g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Vanilla ice cream can be substituted with any other ice cream flavor.
- Root beer can be substituted with any other soda.
- Chocolate chips can be substituted with chopped chocolate or chocolate syrup.
- Fresh mint leaves can be substituted with mint extract or peppermint schnapps.
Variations:
- Add a splash of rum or vodka for an adult version.
- Use different ice cream flavors and soda combinations for different variations.
Tips and tricks:
- Use chilled glasses to keep the float cold.
- Add more or less root beer to adjust the sweetness level.
- Use a spoon to mix the ingredients together before drinking.
Storage instructions:
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Presentation ideas:
Serve in tall glasses with a straw and garnish with chocolate chips and mint leaves.
Garnishes:
Chocolate chips and mint leaves.
Pairings:
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Suggested side dishes:
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Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too thick, add more root beer.
- If the mixture is too thin, add more ice cream.
Food safety advice:
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Food history:
Root beer floats have been a popular American dessert since the late 1800s.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, creamy, minty, and chocolatey.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dessert or a refreshing drink on a hot day.
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Taste: Sweet, Minty, Chocolaty, Creamy, Root Beer, Root Beer-Y