Iced Coffee Float Recipe

Cool down with this incredibly refreshing Iced Coffee Float! We combine creamy vanilla ice cream with strong, Starbucks-style iced coffee for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert. This recipe is perfect for a hot summer day or any time you crave a sweet and caffeinated treat. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 146.7 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Iced Coffee Float

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How to Make Iced Coffee Float

  1. Brew 8 ounces of ground coffee using 24 ounces of water for a double-strength brew. (Use Starbucks coffee for optimal flavor!)
  2. Once brewed, pour the coffee into a pitcher.
  3. Add 24 ounces of ice to the pitcher and stir gently.
  4. Refrigerate the iced coffee for at least 30 minutes to allow it to fully chill.
  5. Place two scoops of vanilla ice cream into each serving glass or bowl.
  6. Pour 1/4 cup (approximately 60ml) of the chilled iced coffee over the ice cream.
  7. Sprinkle 1/4 tablespoon of cocoa powder (or more, to taste) over the ice cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

60g

Fat

24g

Carbs

5g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Iced Coffee Float?

Iced Coffee Float takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Iced Coffee Float?

Iced Coffee Float has approximately 146.7 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 12 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Iced Coffee Float?

The key ingredients for Iced Coffee Float are Ground Coffee, Water, Vanilla Ice Cream, Cocoa Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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