Guardar Satisfy your sweet tooth with this irresistible churro cola float, combining crispy churros, creamy vanilla ice cream, and fizzy cola for an indulgent treat. It's a playful dessert perfect for parties or a special family night in.
This churro cola float became an instant hit when I whipped up a batch for my friends on game night. Everyone loved the contrast of hot churros and cold ice cream.
Ingredients
- Churros: Homemade, bakery, or frozen prepared churros
- Ice Cream: Vanilla, scooped generously
- Cola: Classic cola or coffee soda/root beer as alternatives
- Chocolate Sauce: For drizzling, optional pinch of cayenne for heat
- Whipped Cream: For topping
- Maraschino Cherry: For garnish, optional
Instructions
- Prepare Churros:
- Heat up homemade or store-bought churros according to package or recipe directions until crispy.
- Make Chocolate Sauce:
- Warm up chocolate sauce in a saucepan. Add a pinch of cayenne if desired for a spicy kick.
- Assemble Float:
- Place scoops of vanilla ice cream in serving glasses or bowls. Pour chilled cola over ice cream.
- Add Churros:
- Arrange hot churros on top of float.
- Drizzle & Top:
- Drizzle chocolate sauce on churros and ice cream. Top with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry, if desired.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately and enjoy the contrast of textures and temperatures.
Guardar Sharing this float with my family brought smiles all around the table. My kids loved dipping the churros in the melting ice cream and chocolate.
Required Tools
Saucepan, mixing bowls, hand mixer or sturdy spoon, piping bag with large star tip, deep pot or fryer, slotted spoon or tongs, serving glasses or bowls.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 540, Total Fat: 22 g, Carbohydrates: 78 g, Protein: 7 g
Flavor Variations
Use coffee soda or root beer instead of cola, and swap vanilla ice cream for cinnamon or chocolate for a twist.
Guardar Enjoy every spoonful of this churro cola float while it's fresh and fizzy. It's a celebration in a glass!
Preguntas frecuentes sobre recetas
- → Can I use store-bought churros?
Yes, frozen or bakery churros are convenient alternatives; simply heat before serving for best texture.
- → Which other sodas work well for floats?
Coffee soda and root beer bring interesting flavors. Experiment to discover your favorite combination.
- → How can I make it spicy?
Add a small pinch of cayenne pepper to the chocolate sauce for subtle warmth and complexity.
- → What is the best drink pairing?
A robust porter or stout complements the dessert’s richness for an adult-friendly twist.
- → Are there allergy concerns?
This treat contains eggs, dairy, and wheat/gluten, plus possible tree nuts or soy in chocolate and soda.
- → What tools are required?
Basic tools: saucepan, mixing bowls, hand mixer or sturdy spoon, piping bag, fryer or deep pot, serving glasses.