Delish Dirty Creamsicle Float

I made this Delish Dirty Creamsicle Float because sometimes you want a popsicle and other times you want a milkshake—and if you’re indecisive like me, you deserve both at once. Imagine orange soda doing a reckless love affair with vanilla ice cream, then getting slightly tipsy and calling it a “float.” It’s bright, nostalgic, and slightly rebellious. Also, it’s the perfect excuse to avoid adulting for five minutes while you sip something that tastes like summer and poor life choices.

One time my husband attempted to “help” by pre-scooping ice cream into the glasses. He scooped like he was carving a statue, shoved three comically large scoops into a glass meant for one, and then looked confused when the float overflowed and the dog tried to drink the foam. The kids cheered like it was a volcano science project. I cleaned up the lava, refused to judge, and made a second round with smaller scoops—because you know, moderation is a thing we pretend to practice.

Time-Saving Hacks

– Use pre-sliced frozen orange segments if you don’t like knives or common sense.
– Buy store vanilla bean ice cream and pretend you churned it yourself; your secret is safe with me.
– Make the soda-orange combo in a big pitcher and shuttle it through the crowd—fewer cups, more chaos.
– Skip cleaning extra bowls by scooping ice cream straight from the pint; yes, that’s how I roll.
– Use a funnel or squeeze bottle for any syrups—because pouring over a wobbly float is a gravy train to the sink.

Serving Ideas

– Serve with a paper straw and maybe a tiny umbrella if you’re auditioning for mid-century cocktail hour.
– Pair with salty snacks—chips, pretzels, or the existential crisis that is weekday parenting.
– Add a splash of crème de orange or vodka if the kids are elsewhere and you’re feeling dangerous.
– Serve with wine if the kids drove you nuts; pairings are flexible when survival is the goal.
– Keep it simple: ice cream + soda = happiness. Don’t overthink dessert.

What to Serve It With

A handful of salty finger foods works great—think kettle chips or roasted nuts. If you want to be fancy, serve a plate of citrus-glazed shortbread or mini lemon bars to keep the theme bright. But let’s be real: if you’ve got a float, that’s the main event.

✔Tips & Mistakes

Don’t overfill the glass unless you enjoy the sticky, cascading overflow that says “I’m festive and incompetent.” Scoop size matters—too big and the soda can’t do its fizzy job; too small and you’ll be eating through a straw like a sad popsicle. If your soda goes flat, don’t panic—stir gently and serve immediately. If you forget the glass in the freezer and it cracks when you pour in something cold, congratulations—you now have a modern art piece and a new excuse to get a replacement.

✔Storage Tips

Store it in the fridge… if there’s any left. Cold midnight leftovers? Sometimes better than fresh. If you pre-mix anything, store the soda and syrup separately from the ice cream so one doesn’t turn into a sad, soupy mess.

✔Variations and Substitutions

Swap whatever you want—sugar ↔ honey, soy sauce ↔ tamari, or skip steps and call it “deconstructed.” It still counts. Try citrus sodas, creamsicle sherbet, or a vegan ice cream to keep allergies and moral superiority in check.

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Delish Dirty Creamsicle Float

A refreshing twist on a classic float featuring creamy orange flavors and a hint of vanilla.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2 cups scoops of vanilla ice cream use good quality ice cream
• ▢ 1.5 cups orange soda chilled
• ▢ 0.5 cups heavy cream optional for extra creaminess
• ▢ 0.25 cups orange juice freshly squeezed preferred

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• In a large glass, add 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream.
• Pour chilled orange soda over the ice cream until the glass is full.
• Drizzle heavy cream and fresh orange juice on top for added flavor.
• Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy your float!

Notes

This float is perfect for hot summer days and gatherings!