Coffee Float

Aug 6, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A chilled coffee float made with cold brew coffee, club soda, and vanilla ice cream for a refreshing and creamy treat.

Prep 2 min

Cook —

Total 2 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

6.0 fl oz (180.0 ml)chilled coffee or cold brew
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
2.0 fl oz (60.0 ml)club soda
2.0 scoopsvanilla ice cream

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Instructions

Pour the chilled coffee or cold brew and vanilla extract into a tall glass.
Slowly add the club soda to maintain the fizz.
Gently add the scoops of vanilla ice cream on top.
Serve immediately with a straw and spoon.

Tips

Use freshly brewed coffee chilled overnight for best flavor. Add club soda slowly to keep the drink fizzy.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make coffee float?

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

Can I make 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.

A chilled coffee float made with cold brew coffee, club soda, and vanilla ice cream for a refreshing and creamy treat.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

300 Calories / serving

15.4g Fat

34.4g Carbs

5.1g Protein

29.7g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~300 cal · 15g fat · 34g carbs · 5g protein · 30g sugar

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

Per serving · 300 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 57 min·3.3 mi·~6650 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 41 min·2.1 mi·~4100 steps
Moderate cycling 30 min·6.0 mi
Swimming laps 42 min
Jogging 29 min·2.4 mi·~4650 steps
Stair climbing 28 min·~2500 steps
Dancing 49 min
Bodyweight circuit training 30 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 70 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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