Description
Festive holiday cheer sparkles in this Grinch Kids Ice Cream Float, blending whimsical green hues with sweet nostalgia. Playful and simple, this magical treat brings Christmas movie magic directly to dessert glasses you’ll cherish.
Ingredients
Scale
Beverages:
- 2 cups green Hawaiian punch
- 2 cups lemon-lime soda
Ice Cream:
- 3–4 scoops lime sherbet (or vanilla ice cream)
Garnish:
- Sour candy hearts (optional)
Instructions
- Chill tall glasses in the freezer for 5 minutes to ensure optimal frostiness for the vibrant green float.
- Gently place lime sherbet or vanilla ice cream into the chilled glasses, allowing the dairy to softly settle at the bottom.
- Carefully stream green Hawaiian Punch over the sherbet, creating a swirling emerald cascade that blends with the creamy base.
- Slowly pour lemon-lime soda to create a fizzy, effervescent layer that rises and intermingles with the punch and sherbet.
- Top the float with a playful garnish of a colorful straw and optional sour candy heart for a whimsical Grinch-inspired presentation.
- Serve immediately while the float is cold and the layers are distinct, ensuring a delightful and refreshing treat that captures the spirit of winter fun.
Notes
- Swap lime sherbet with dairy-free alternatives like coconut or almond milk-based sherbet for vegan or lactose-intolerant guests.
- Use natural green food coloring from matcha or spinach powder if avoiding artificial colorings for a healthier version.
- Reduce sugar content by selecting low-sugar Hawaiian Punch or replacing with sparkling water and a splash of fresh lime juice for a lighter drink.
- Chill glasses beforehand to keep the float colder longer and prevent rapid melting of the sherbet or ice cream.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Mocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 54 g
- Sodium: 55 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg