Save A playful grown-up dessert drink: creamy peanut butter mixes with smooth bourbon, fizzy cola, and vanilla ice cream for a rich and indulgent treat that is easy to whip up.
I first created this float for a weekend gathering with friends& everyone loved how the flavors balanced sweet and savory without being overly strong.
Ingredients
- Ice Cream: 4 scoops vanilla ice cream
- Spirits: 2 oz (60 ml) bourbon, 2 tbsp creamy peanut butter
- Soda: 12 oz (355 ml) cola, chilled
- Garnish (optional): Whipped cream, Chopped roasted peanuts, Chocolate syrup
Instructions
- Bourbon-Peanut Butter Mix:
- In a small bowl whisk together the peanut butter and bourbon until smooth and fully combined
- Prep Glasses:
- Divide the vanilla ice cream between two tall glasses
- Add Bourbon Mix:
- Pour the bourbon-peanut butter mixture evenly over the ice cream in each glass
- Add Cola:
- Slowly top each glass with chilled cola allowing the foam to settle as you pour
- Add Garnishes:
- Garnish with whipped cream chopped peanuts and a drizzle of chocolate syrup if desired
- Serve:
- Serve immediately with a straw and long spoon
Save We enjoyed this float on a relaxed Sunday afternoon with family sharing stories and laughter while sipping this unique dessert drink.
Required Tools
Tall glasses small bowl whisk or fork ice cream scoop spoon and straw are all you need for serving these floats
Nutritional Information
Each serving has 420 calories 15 g total fat 54 g carbohydrates and 6 g protein
Allergen Information
This recipe contains peanuts milk and possible traces of soy check all labels if allergies are a concern
Save Enjoy this playful float as a fun ending to your gatherings or as a sweet treat for a quiet night in.
Recipe Guide
- → Can I make this float non-alcoholic?
Yes! Omit the bourbon and add a splash of vanilla extract for a delicious alcohol-free treat.
- → What type of peanut butter works best?
Creamy peanut butter is recommended for smooth texture, but substitute with sunflower seed butter for nut-free option.
- → Which soda varieties can I use?
Classic cola works well, but you can try root beer or cream soda for a different flavor direction.
- → How do I prevent the float from overflowing?
Pour the soda slowly over the ice cream, allowing the foam to settle after each addition to avoid spills.
- → What garnishes can enhance the float?
Add whipped cream, chopped peanuts, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup for extra flavor and enjoyment.
- → Is this suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this dessert drink is vegetarian, provided the ice cream and other ingredients are free of animal products.