Refreshing Cherry Oreo Cola Float with Almond Crunch: A Fun Recipe

Soda floats have been a cultural phenomenon in the USA and it soon became a globally popular beverage. With ice cream floating on top of the sizzling soda, the joy of drinking soda enhances with every sip. As the cream blends in, soda gets a rich and velvety texture that is felt as you draw it through the straw. The fizzyness of soda melts down the dense texture of ice cream, making it more airy and satisfying. There are certainly no words to describe the pleasure you feel when you have a soda float.

Amping up the classic soda float, cherry soda float creates an even more revamped version where the flavor of soda meets the fruitiness of cherry. This flavor combination is famously prepared by the cherry-flavored version of cola and is topped with vanilla ice cream and a cherry. As soda fountains started becoming a social hub, the fandom of cherry-flavored soda also skyrocketed which inspired the creation of the cherry soda float. Combining the soda base with the scoop of vanilla ice cream on top creates an unforgettable flavor that is unmatched to any other beverage.

History of Cherry Cola Float

The history of cherry soda floats goes back to 1874 where a pharmacist in Philadelphia named Robert McCay Green first created “ice cream soda” by putting a scoop of ice cream in a glass and pouring soda water over it. Historically, soda fountains were installed in pharmacies and drugstores where the pharmacists would mix the carbonated beverages with medicinal syrups to create refreshing and therapeutic beverages. Over time, this evolved into a social attraction and soda fountains started making their way into parlors, diners, and fast-food chains. With the combination of ice cream and soda, the beverage took an innovative turn and became a cultural phenomenon. Soon, other flavors like cherry started to get introduced in soda, which led to the invention of cherry soda float.

This drink is not just any beverage, it is a nostalgic treat for many around the world. Carrying the summery bright flavors of cherry and ice cream, cherry soda float is a perfect drink to wind down during hot summer days. Even after 150 years since its invention, cherry soda float still remains as refreshing as ever and it’s craze never seems to cease.

The recipe below brings another delightful twist to classic cherry soda float with the addition of Oreo cookies. That’s right! Oreo cookies bring their chocolatey and crunchy essence to every sip of cherry soda float, making the pleasure even more satisfying. Along with Oreo cookies, crushed almonds are also added to enhance the nutty element and complement the sizzle of soda and creaminess of ice cream.

To make cherry Oreo cola float with almond crunch at home this summer, follow this easy step-by-step recipe with simple instructions.

Recipe for Cherry Oreo Cola Float with Almond Crunch

Ingredients:

• 2 cups chilled cola (classic or cherry-flavored)
• 2 scoops vanilla ice cream
• 2 tbsp cherry syrup
• 6 Oreo cookies, crushed
• 2 tbsp slivered almonds, toasted
• Whipped cream, for topping
• 2 maraschino cherries, for garnish
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 2 tbsp water
• 1/4 tsp lemon juice

Method:

Step 1: Toast the Almonds

Lightly toast the almonds on a heated skillet on medium heat until aromatic. Once golden and fragrant, remove the almonds from heat and let cool.

Step 2: Make Homemade Cherry Syrup

If you don’t have cherry syrup, make it at home by combining cherries, sugar, water, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Bring it to a boil and then reduce the heat to simmer it for about 8-10 minutes. Mash the cherries lightly and strain the syrup with the help of a fine sieve. Let the syrup cool.

Step 3: Chill the Glasses

To keep the float structured and fresh for a long time on hot days, it is important to chill the serving glasses. Place two tall glasses in the freezer for 10-15 minutes until it chills completely.

Step 4: Layer the Ice Cream

Remove the glasses from the freezer. Scoop vanilla ice cream into each glass to create the bottom layer. You can also experiment with cherry flavored ice cream.

Step 5: Add Flavor Layers

Over the ice cream, drizzle 1 tablespoon of cherry syrup and also drizzle it on the sides of the glass for presentation. Sprinkle a layer of crushed Oreo cookies to bring the chocolatey and crunchy element. Make sure Oreo cookies are crushed finely so that the uneven chunks won’t ruin the experience.

Step 6: Pour the Cola

Now, slowly pour chilled cola into each glass until the glasses are full. Make sure to pour cola slowly to foam it up and develop sizzle. You can also pour soda in intervals to keep it from overflowing.

Step 7: Garnish

Top the soda with a swirl of whipped cream, sprinkle toasted almond slivers and add crushed Oreos on top. Finish with a maraschino cherry on top and serve.

Conclusion:

Enjoy summer in full swing with this innovative cherry Oreo soda float with almond crunch. With this layered delight on the table, summer parties will be memorable.