Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade Float
These strawberry lemonade floats are fruity, fizzy, and full of berry flavor! With creamy strawberry ice cream, tart sparkling lemonade, and fluffy whipped cream, they are a staple for hot summer days. Save this recipe for BBQs, pool parties, or as a decadent afternoon treat!
Ingredients
Strawberry Sauce
- 8 ounces fresh strawberries, hulled and roughly choppedz
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ½ tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Whipped Cream (optional)
- ½ cup Crystal Creamery Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Ice Cream Float
- ¼ cup strawberry sauce, see directions - Step 1
- 4 scoops Crystal Strawberry Ice Cream
- 16 ounces sparkling lemonade
- Fresh strawberries, for garnish
- 2 tall glasses
Products used
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Strawberry Ice Cream
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Heavy Whipping Cream
Directions
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Step 1
Strawberry Sauce
Combine the strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a heavy-bottomed saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat.
Cook, stirring often, for about 10-15 minutes, or until the syrup is slightly thickened and the berries are soft and juicy. Transfer the sauce to a bowl and cool completely. -
Step 2
Whipped Cream
Pour the heavy whipping cream and sugar into a medium mixing bowl. Using a hand mixer with a whisk attachment, whip the cream into medium peaks, 2-3 minutes. Set aside. -
Step 3
Assemble the Floats
Add 1 scoop of ice cream to each glass. Drizzle about 1 tablespoon of strawberry sauce over the ice cream. Add 1 more scoop of strawberry ice cream to each glass, and drizzle the ice cream with 1 more tablespoon of strawberry syrup.Top each float with 8 ounces of sparkling lemonade. Finish the floats with a dollop of whipped cream, if using. Garnish with fresh strawberries and enjoy!
