Rebel Float Homemade Soda Ice Cream (Print Version)

Creamy homemade ice cream and fizzy soda unite for a playful float, customizable with black cherry or peanut butter flavors.

# Ingredients:

→ Homemade Ice Cream

01 - 480 ml whole milk
02 - 240 ml heavy cream
03 - 150 g granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - Pinch of salt

→ Homemade Soda Base

06 - 240 ml water
07 - 150 g granulated sugar
08 - 120 ml black cherry juice or 60 g creamy peanut butter (choose one flavor)
09 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for black cherry version)
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Float Assembly

11 - 720 ml chilled soda water
12 - Ice cubes (optional)
13 - Whipped cream, maraschino cherries, or chopped peanuts for garnish (optional)

# Steps:

01 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the sugar fully dissolves.
02 - Pour the ice cream mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions. Transfer to a container and freeze until firm, at least 3 hours.
03 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine water and granulated sugar, stirring until the sugar dissolves. For black cherry flavor, add black cherry juice, lemon juice, and salt, then simmer for 2–3 minutes. For peanut butter flavor, whisk in peanut butter and salt until smooth, simmering for 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and cool completely. Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.
04 - For each serving, add 2–3 tablespoons of homemade soda base to a tall glass. Add ice cubes if desired, then pour in 180 ml chilled soda water and stir gently. Top with two generous scoops of homemade ice cream. Garnish with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry (for black cherry variant), or chopped peanuts (for peanut butter variant), as preferred. Serve immediately with a straw and spoon.

# Notes:

01 - Substitute coconut milk and plant-based cream for a vegan option, and experiment with alternative soda syrups such as salted caramel or berry.
02 - For optimal creaminess, ensure all dairy ingredients are well-chilled before churning. Allow sufficient freezing time to achieve a firm scoop.
03 - Pair with cookies for a playful dessert or customize garnishes to suit the chosen soda flavor.

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