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Festive Peppermint Float

Delightful Festive Peppermint Float to Savor This Holiday Season

The Festive Peppermint Float is a refreshing drink capturing the joyful flavors of peppermint and ice cream, perfect for the holiday season.
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Course: Drinks
Keyword: Festive Peppermint Float, holiday drinks, ice cream, party drinks, Peppermint, refreshing drinks
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 8 glasses
Calories: 200kcal

Equipment

  • large punch bowl
  • ladle

Ingredients

For the Base

  • 2 cups peppermint flavored soda adds a refreshing, sweet twist
  • 1 cup coconut water provides a tropical undertone
  • 1 cup milk creates a creamy texture

For the Topping

  • 4 scoops vanilla ice cream adds rich creaminess
  • ½ cup crushed peppermint candies adds a festive crunch

Garnish

  • whipped cream for topping enhances presentation
  • fresh mint sprigs for garnish boosts minty aroma

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Prepare the Punch Bowl: Select a large, clean punch bowl or beverage jar.
  • Combine the Base Ingredients: Pour the peppermint-flavored soda, coconut water, and milk into the punch bowl. Stir gently for about 30 seconds.
  • Mix and Taste: Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness and creaminess if needed.
  • Pour into Serving Glasses: Using a ladle, pour the drink into individual glasses.
  • Add the Ice Cream: Top each glass with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  • Sprinkle Peppermint Candy: Finish by sprinkling crushed peppermint candies over the ice cream.
  • Serve with Flair: Serve each drink with a spoon and a straw, garnished with whipped cream and a mint sprig.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh. Customize with different flavored sodas or ice cream to suit your taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glass | Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 150mg | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 0.5mg