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Peanut Butter Cup Root Beer Float Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups of root beer
- 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream
- 2 tablespoons of peanut butter
- 2 peanut butter cups, chopped
- Whipped cream (optional)

Special equipment needed:
- None

Step-by-step instructions:
a. In a tall glass, add 1 tablespoon of peanut butter at the bottom.
b. Pour 1 cup of root beer into the glass.
c. Add 1 scoop of vanilla ice cream on top of the root beer.
d. Add 1 chopped peanut butter cup on top of the ice cream.
e. Repeat steps a-d for the second glass.
f. Top each glass with whipped cream (optional).
g. Serve immediately.


- Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Cooking time: None
5. Temperature:
- Room temperature
Serving size:
- 2 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Protein: 9g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Use almond butter or sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
- Use chocolate ice cream instead of vanilla ice cream.
- Use dark chocolate or milk chocolate instead of peanut butter cups.

Variations:
- Use different flavors of soda, such as cream soda or cola.
- Add a splash of vanilla extract to the root beer for extra flavor.
- Use different types of candy, such as Snickers or Kit Kats, instead of peanut butter cups.

Tips and tricks:
- Use a tall glass to prevent overflow.
- Use a spoon to mix the peanut butter into the root beer for a smoother texture.
- Freeze the glasses beforehand for a longer-lasting float.

Storage instructions:
- This recipe is best served immediately.

Reheating instructions:
- None

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a tall glass with a straw and whipped cream on top.

Garnishes:
- Chopped peanuts or chocolate shavings on top of the whipped cream.

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of popcorn or pretzels for a salty snack.

Suggested side dishes:
- None

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the float overflows, use a spoon to remove some of the foam before adding more ingredients.

Food safety advice:
- None

Food history:
- Root beer floats were first created in the late 19th century in the United States.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, creamy, and nutty.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert or a fun summer treat.

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Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Nutty, Chocolaty, Carbonated