Chocolate Soda Float

Jul 14, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A classic soda float made with cream soda, vanilla ice cream, and rich chocolate syrup for a sweet chocolatey twist.

Prep 2 min

Cook —

Total 2 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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8.0 fl oz (240.0 ml)cream soda
2.0 scoopsvanilla ice cream
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)chocolate syrup

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Instructions

Pour the cold cream soda into a tall glass.
Add the chocolate syrup and vanilla extract and gently stir.
Add the vanilla ice cream scoops on top and serve with a straw and spoon.

Tips

For a richer chocolate flavor, drizzle additional chocolate syrup over the ice cream just before serving.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make chocolate soda float?

Plan on 2 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make chocolate soda 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.

A classic soda float made with cream soda, vanilla ice cream, and rich chocolate syrup for a sweet chocolatey twist.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

480 Calories / serving

15.7g Fat

79.2g Carbs

5.5g Protein

70.3g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~480 cal · 16g fat · 79g carbs · 6g protein · 70g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 480 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 91 min·5.3 mi·~10650 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 65 min·3.3 mi·~6500 steps
Moderate cycling 49 min·9.8 mi
Swimming laps 67 min
Jogging 47 min·3.9 mi·~7500 steps
Stair climbing 44 min·~3950 steps
Dancing 78 min
Bodyweight circuit training 49 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 111 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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