Save A festive, autumn-inspired treat combining creamy pumpkin spice flavors with bubbly cream soda and vanilla ice cream.
I first made these pumpkin cream soda floats for a family movie night, and they quickly became a highly requested treat every fall.
Ingredients
- Pumpkin purée: 1/2 cup (be sure to use pure pumpkin, not pie filling)
- Brown sugar: 1/4 cup
- Ground cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground ginger: 1/4 teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg: 1/8 teaspoon
- Ground cloves: 1/8 teaspoon
- Pure vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: Pinch
- Cream soda: 1 liter, chilled
- Vanilla ice cream: 8 scoops
- Whipped cream: For topping (optional)
- Ground cinnamon or nutmeg: For garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Make the pumpkin spice base:
- In a small bowl, mix together pumpkin purée, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Divide the spiced mixture:
- Spoon the pumpkin spice mixture into four tall glasses (about 2 tablespoons per glass).
- Add ice cream:
- Place 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream in each glass.
- Pour the cream soda:
- Slowly pour chilled cream soda over the ice cream and pumpkin mixture, letting the foam settle as you pour.
- Gently stir:
- Stir each float to incorporate the pumpkin spice mixture into the soda.
- Garnish and serve:
- Top each float with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg if desired. Serve immediately with a straw and a long spoon.
Save Kids love helping scoop ice cream and watch the soda fizz up. These floats have turned into a special treat for our autumn birthdays and celebrations.
Required Tools
Mixing bowl, spoon or whisk, measuring cups, tall glasses, ice cream scoop
Allergen Information
Contains milk from ice cream and whipped cream. Check product labels for possible traces of allergens.
Nutritional Information
Each serving has about 320 calories, 8 g fat, 60 g carbohydrates, and 4 g protein.
Save Enjoy this sweet autumn float as a festive after-dinner treat or at your next cozy gathering!
Recipe Questions
- → Can I use diet cream soda for this float?
Yes, diet cream soda works well for a lighter version, keeping the drink bubbly and sweet.
- → How do I adjust the pumpkin spice flavor?
Increase or decrease the spices in the base mixture to suit your taste for more or less autumn spice.
- → Is there a dairy-free option available?
Absolutely! Use non-dairy vanilla ice cream and whipped topping to make the float completely dairy-free.
- → Can I prepare the pumpkin spice mixture ahead?
Yes, mix the pumpkin spice base ahead and refrigerate. Assemble with soda and ice cream when ready to serve.
- → What garnishes work best for these floats?
Try whipped cream, a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg, or a cinnamon stick for festive flair and extra flavor.
- → Is this dessert suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, as long as you use vegetarian ice cream and whipped topping, this float is vegetarian-friendly.