Easy Festive Peppermint Christmas Float Recipe is the 5-minute dessert that turns any kitchen into Santa’s soda shop. Frosty vanilla ice cream melts into bubbly peppermint soda while crushed candy canes stick to the glass like edible glitter. It’s so simple the kids can build it while you snap the photos. Pair it with my Fresh Raspberry Passionfruit Tequila Sour Cocktail Recipe for the grown-ups and everyone’s happy.
Why You'll Love Easy Festive Peppermint Christmas Float Recipe – 5-Minute Holiday Treat
Easy Festive Peppermint Christmas Float Recipe: 5-minute, 5-ingredient holiday float with candy-cane crunch and vanilla ice cream. Kid-friendly, budget-friendly!
Ingredients for Easy Festive Peppermint Christmas Float Recipe – 5-Minute Holiday Treat
How to Make Easy Festive Peppermint Christmas Float Recipe – 5-Minute Holiday Treat
Step 1
Crush the candy canes: Place unwrapped canes in a zipper bag; smash with rolling pin until pea-size. Pour onto a small plate.
Step 2
Prep the glasses: Dip rims in honey, then into crushed candy to coat.
Step 3
Build the float: Add 1 scoop ice cream to each 12-oz glass; slowly pour ½ cup peppermint soda down the side to control fizz.
Easy Festive Peppermint Christmas Float Recipe – 5-Minute Holiday Treat FAQs
FAQs
Can I make Easy Festive Peppermint Christmas Float Recipe ahead of time?
Prep the crushed candy and chill soda up to 3 days ahead, but assemble right before serving for best fizz.
What’s the best substitute for peppermint soda?
Mix 1 cup club soda + 2 tbsp peppermint coffee syrup or ½ tsp peppermint extract + 1 tbsp simple syrup.
How do I store leftovers?
Floats don’t store—turn into milkshakes by blending leftovers with a splash of milk and re-freeze 1 hour for a firmer treat.
Why did my candy cane melt on the rim?
Humidity is the culprit; wait to rim until right before serving and keep glasses cold.