A refreshing iced coffee float combining chilled coffee, caramel syrup, club soda, and vanilla ice cream for a creamy and bubbly treat.
Caramel Coffee Float
Ingredients
Scales by servings. Blend or brew in batches if your blender or pot is small.
- 6.0 fl oz (180.0 ml)chilled coffee or cold brew
- 2.0 fl oz (60.0 ml)club soda
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
- 2.0 scoopsvanilla ice cream
- ½ fl oz (15.0 ml)caramel syrup
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Instructions
- Pour the chilled coffee or cold brew into a tall glass.
- Add the caramel syrup and pure vanilla extract and stir gently to combine.
- Slowly pour in the club soda to maintain the fizz.
- Gently add the scoops of vanilla ice cream on top.
- Serve immediately with a straw and a spoon.
Tips
- For a richer flavor, use homemade caramel syrup or add a pinch of sea salt to enhance the caramel notes. Serve immediately to enjoy the contrasting textures of ice cream and fizzy soda.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make caramel coffee float?
Plan on 2 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make caramel coffee float ahead?
Best enjoyed right away. Freeze leftovers in ice-pop molds, or blend them again with a splash of milk.
Can I use a different form of vanilla?
Yes. This recipe uses 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~346 cal · 15g fat · 47g carbs · 5g protein · 42g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 346 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 65 min·3.8 mi·~7600 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 47 min·2.4 mi·~4700 steps
- Moderate cycling 35 min·7.0 mi
- Swimming laps 48 min
- Jogging 34 min·2.8 mi·~5450 steps
- Stair climbing 32 min·~2900 steps
- Dancing 56 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 35 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 80 min
Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.
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