Classic Coke Float
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Coke float makes a classic drink recipe. Made of ice cream and Coca-Cola, a Coke float is a definite favorite.
Looking for more delicious drinks? I think you’ll love my Frappuccino, Hot Chocolate and delicious Hot Cocoa.
Reminiscent of soda fountain drinks from years past, this Coke Float recipe is a classic.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and easy. It is made with just two ingredients and ready in minutes.
- Nostalgic. It’s a fun drink combination that I remember my Grandmother making when I was young.
- Delicious. It makes a refreshing, delicious drink.
How to Make Classic Coke Float Recipe
This recipe makes one drink. It is easy to double, triple, or make for a crowd!
Ingredients
Be sure to see the recipe card below for the full listing of ingredients, instructions, notes, and estimated nutritional information.
- Coca-Cola – For the classic recipe, use the classic.
- Vanilla Ice Cream – Use homemade vanilla ice cream or your favorite storebought.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to the bottom of a tall drinking glass. Pour the Coke over the top of the ice cream. Insert a straw and enjoy!
Recipe Variations
Cherry Coke Float – Use cherry-flavored in place of the classic. You can also add maraschino cherries to your drink.
Mexican Coke Float – Use Mexican Coke instead of the classic.
for a Crowd
Make these drinks as a special treat for a party! It is especially fun during the summer with teens. Put out the ingredients and let them make memories by making their own! Allow them to choose from various flavors and types: classic, diet, cherry, Mexican, etc.
Alternately, grab a punch bowl and make one flavor for the crowd. Add scoops of ice cream and pour over the drink. Then ladle into cups and enjoy!
Here’s how to make a Coke float. I hope you love it!
Classic Coke Float
- 1 scoop vanilla ice cream
- 1/2 (12-ounce) can Coca-Cola
- Place scoop of vanilla ice cream in the bottom of a tall glass.
- Pour 1/2 can of Coca-Cola over the top of the ice cream.
- Insert a straw and enjoy!
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Enjoy!
Robyn xo
Awesome post! ~^^
I’m thinking of making a frosty vanilla coke for dessert😋
I love coke floats, they were my favourite as a child I can’t wait to give them my child when she’s older. Honestly everybody should try a coke float and suck all the cream at the bottom of the glass!! YUMMMMMYYYYYYY🤪
I fully agree, Kris!
Thanks! Me and my mom, grandma were studying on our Bible. When we finished we wanted some ice-cream so I looked this up. Really good. 100% recommend it
Hi Jahred,
I’m so happy you enjoyed your coke float. Thanks!
Oh i love making these! The kids love them, but honestly, we probably make them more for us!
I love Coke Floats, Dr. Pepper, Root Beer floats, or we used to call them “Frosted Cokes”…either way they’re wonderful…in fact I’m having one right now before I go to bed!
I love Dr Pepper floats! Yum!
I can almost tell you exactly when. Probably the day after Christmas, 2010. See, my sister knows I have a PASSION for Coke in the little bottles. A passion I never indulge cause, well, it’s not diet and I would drink two a day!
So, she sends me a carefully wrapped six pack of those little bottles for Christmas each year…and each year I use at least one (OK, probably more than one) to make myself my favorite, better than root beer float. I never get to it on Christmas day but I’m betting I had one the day after. Now sort of wishing I honored that obsession; I’m craving one for breakfast and yes, it’s all your fault! 🙂
Not had one of these in 25 years! About to have one now. #sweetmemories
Hope you enjoy the coke float and the memories!
Sometimes the simplest things are the best! I’m drinking Dr. Pepper from a can right now, but it could use a scoop of ice cream!
Oooh I miss Root Beer Floats!! I’ve never tried Coke Floats!!
I haven’t had a coke OR a float in….more than a month. I am seriously craving a coke. Classic, none of the diet stuff. Oh dear…