Strawberry Soda Float

Oct 2, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A refreshing iced float with cream soda, strawberry purée, and vanilla ice cream. The strawberry purée adds a fruity twist to the classic cream soda float.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

8.0 fl oz (240.0 ml)cream soda
2.0 scoopsvanilla ice cream
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ fl oz (15.0 ml)strawberry purée

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Instructions

Pour the cold cream soda into a tall glass.
Add the strawberry purée and vanilla extract, then gently stir to combine.
Carefully add the vanilla ice cream scoops on top.
Serve immediately with a straw and spoon.

Tips

Use fresh or thawed frozen strawberries to make your own purée if you want a fresher flavor. Add the purée directly to the soda carefully to avoid losing fizz.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make strawberry soda float?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make strawberry 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 refreshing iced float with cream soda, strawberry purée, and vanilla ice cream. The strawberry purée adds a fruity twist to the classic cream soda float.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

398 Calories / serving

15.4g Fat

60.3g Carbs

5.0g Protein

55.6g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~398 cal · 15g fat · 60g carbs · 5g protein · 56g sugar

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

Per serving · 398 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 75 min·4.4 mi·~8800 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 54 min·2.7 mi·~5400 steps
Moderate cycling 40 min·8.0 mi
Swimming laps 56 min
Jogging 39 min·3.3 mi·~6250 steps
Stair climbing 37 min·~3350 steps
Dancing 65 min
Bodyweight circuit training 40 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 92 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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