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Festive Peppermint Christmas Float

Festive Peppermint Christmas Float: A Magical Holiday Sip

Enjoy the Festive Peppermint Christmas Float, a delightful holiday drink that perfectly combines peppermint and ice cream for a refreshing treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Drink Base
  • 1 cup crushed peppermint candy for sweetness and minty flavor
  • 4 cups sparkling water or flavored soda as beverage base
For the Float
  • 4 scoops vanilla or peppermint-flavored ice cream for creamy texture
For the Topping
  • 1 tablespoon crushed peppermint candy for garnish

Equipment

  • large punch bowl or beverage jar
  • measuring cups
  • large spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Your Equipment: Select a clean punch bowl and gather measuring cups and a large spoon.
  2. Combine the Liquid Ingredients: Pour the beverage base into the punch bowl and add crushed peppermint candy, stirring gently.
  3. Fill the Serving Glasses: Carefully pour the peppermint-soda mixture into individual glasses, filling them about two-thirds full.
  4. Add the Ice Cream: Scoop ice cream into each glass to float on top of the mixture.
  5. Garnish with Peppermint Candy: Sprinkle crushed peppermint candy over each glass as a garnish.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Provide spoons and straws for guests to enjoy the drink cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill the beverage base beforehand for extra refreshment. Use a large bowl to prevent spills while mixing.

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