Hi Everyone!
Today for #SundaySupper our mission is to make a Valentine’s for two. That is pretty easy in my house because it’s normally just the Hubby and I and I put love into every meal, so I guess I make Valentine’s for two everyday. lol Today’s recipe is something quite different, but it really screams Valentine’s Day to me and nope it doesn’t contain chocolate, but does contain ice cream!!! And you know I love ice cream!! So let me share with you my Cherry Spritzer Ice Cream Float!
This float is fantastic! It’s sweet, yet has a slight tartness to it, bubbly and simply the perfect romantic drink! It’s made with all natural tart cherry juice, sugar, all natural vanilla ice cream and the best part, the champagne. This was a random recipe I had in my head and I couldn’t wait to make it. In the morning I have about a 35 – 45 minute commute and as I am driving I spend my time thinking of recipes and as soon as I get to work I write them down so I don’t forget. This recipe was one of those thoughts.
Not only does the float taste delish, but I also think it is so pretty. It has a beautiful red color and with the champagne and the ice cream, it has a frosty look too. This is the perfect after dinner Valentine’s drink. You can have this and skip dessert. Plus it’s only 140 calories! Not to shabby for a sweet drink!
- 4 oz tart cherry juice
- ½ tsp. sugar (to taste)
- ½ cup vanilla ice cream, divided
- 4 oz champagne, divided
- In a measuring cup, add cherry juice and sugar; mix until combined. Give it a taste to see if it is sweet enough for you.
- In two champagne glasses, add ice cream, and evenly divided the cherry juice mixture between both glasses. Top the glasses with champagne.
I just love Valentine’s Day! I don’t know if it is the chocolate, the sweets, the romance or hearts? But I love it! I am looking forward to seeing what the #SundaySupper crew made for their Valentine’s for two, so be sure to check it out!
Have a wonderful day!
Toodles,
Jennifer
Alluring Appetizers:
- Bacon-Wrapped Dates Stuffed with Ricotta from Casa de Crews
- Kumquat Vanilla Marmalade from Shockingly Delicious
- Southwestern Meatballs wrapped in Bacon from Momma’s Meals
Exquisite Entrees:
- Almond-Crusted Sole with Mushroom Pilaf for Two from Small Wallet, Big Appetite
- Bacon Crusted Beer Mac and Cheese from Melanie Makes
- Baked Crab Cakes with Lemongrass-Ginger Mayo from The Weekend Gourmet
- Baked Pasta with Sausage and Fontina from The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen
- Baked Tilapia En Papillote from It’s Yummi!
- Chicken and Mushroom Alfredo from Cookin’ Mimi
- Drunken Snow Crabs from Family Foodie
- Eggs in Purgatory from Noshing with the Nolands
- Flambéed Veal Chops from MealDiva
- Homemade Philly Cheesesteak Stromboli from In The Kitchen With KP
- Meyer Lemon Butter Sauce Prawns with Linguine from Food Lust People Love
- Pan Seared Scallops with Lemon-Basil Beurre Blanc, Pancetta, Apples and Fennel from Crazy Foodie Stunts
- Pan-Seared Scallops with Linguine and Tomato-Cream Sauce from Bobbi’s Kozy Kitchen
- Roasted Vegetable Lasagna for Two from Hot Momma’s Kitchen Chaos
- Salmon Pakoras from Jane’s Adventures in Dinner
- Swiss Fondue for Two from Curious Cuisiniere
- White Queso Mac and Cheese for Two from Daily Dish Recipes
Decadent Desserts and Drinks:
- Baked Custard from Magnolia Days
- Cherry Spritzer Ice Cream Float from Peanut Butter and Peppers
- Chocolate Budino with Strawberry Hearts from Manu’s Menu
- Chocolate Malt Bread Pudding from Alida’s Kitchen
- Chocolate Marshmallow Duets from Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
- Chocolate Pots de Crème from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Fresh Berry Parfait with Crème Anglaise from Hip Foodie Mom
- Fudgy Dark Chocolate Brownies with Raspberry Sauce from La Bella Vita Cucina
- Funfetti Strawberry Cheesecake Trifle from Take a Bite Out of Boca
- German Rose Water Sugar Cookies For Two from Killer Bunnies, Inc.
- Gluten Free Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles from Gluten Free Crumbley
- Gluten-Free Deep Dish Hot Fudge Brownies for Two from Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Ice Cream Stuffed Crepes with Nutella and Fresh Berries from Neighborfood
- Malawian Mbatata Cookies with Coconut Cream from Happy Baking Days
- Orange-scented Bread Pudding with Hard Sauce for Two from girlichef
- Pecan-Crusted Coconut Custards with Brandied Banana Sauce from The Texan New Yorker
- Pistachio Pudding For Two (From Scratch) from Chocolate Moosey
- 3 Japanese-Style Treats for Your Sweet from Ninja Baking
- Valentine’s Cupcakes with a Surprise from From the Bookshelf
- White Hot Chocolate from Pies and Plots
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Valentine’s Day Tablescape
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Gorgeous drink and such beautiful layers of colors and flavors!
Thank you Renee! It came out better than I thought with the color of layers. When I got ice cream on the sides of the glass, than poured the juice and champagne over it, it gave it that frosted look. And to think at first, I was upset because I could just drop ice cream in the glass without hitting the sides. 🙂
Yum! This is certainly different from the other desserts in today’s round up, I like that you went a little out of the box!
Thank you so much Shaina! 🙂
oh a Cherry Spritzer Ice Cream Float. . how festive and lovely!!! love it!
Thank you Alice! 🙂
I love hearing about your commuting creative process, too!
Yah I need something to do with my time. lol
A cocktail and dessert all in one! And gorgeous to boot! Love this, Jennifer!
Thank you so much Liz!
Oh what a fun recipe for Valentine’s Day! As a child, I enjoyed floats so much! And the cherry flavor makes these all the more delicious!
Thanks Roz! I love cherry floats myself. They are my favorite!
This looks like so much fun! Your pictures are beautiful! Simply delicious! Happy Valentines Day!
Thank you Jennifer! Happy Valentine’s Day to you too!!
This is surely the Queen of Valentine’s drinks! Beautiful colours – and who could turn down champagne and ice cream?!
No one I know! lol
You had me at champagne! This looks great 🙂
Thank you Nichole!
This float is beautiful! It’s perfect for Valentine’s Day or any day really.
Thank you Laura! I agree this is a float we can have anytime of the year!
How fun is this, love the cherry juice!! Perfect for V-Day!!!
Thank you Tara!! I am loving Cherry Juice right now!
Sounds refreshing and great idea for Valentine’s Day. I would have never thought to serve a dessert beverage, so I admire the creativity.
Thank you so much! If your not sure if you want an after dinner drink or dessert, why not mix the two? he he
My husband LOVES ice cream, this would be the perfect treat for him. I can’t remember the last time we had a float.
I know it has been so long since I had a float, and this was truly a fun one to have. I really need to make floats more often.
Oh I bet these are so yummy!! I could go for one right about now! Thanks for sharing!! Hmmmm my daughter would devour these!
These are so good and fun to make too!!
The best treats collide in a champagne flute! Love this drink, Jennifer. Brilliant idea to add the Valentine tart cherry juice to the mix, too =)
Thank you so much!! I had fun with this recipe!! 🙂
Your picture looks lovely! And what a fun change from the normal glass of champagne or wine that usually goes with VDay! I would replace the champagne with sparkling cider and this would be perfect for me and Hubby! Thanks for sharing and I hope you have a happy and YUMMY VDay! HUGS
Amazing dessert… I love that it has Champagne in it! I think it makes it the perfect dessert for any romantic dinner! 🙂
When I drive to my parents (which is a 2.5 hour drive), my mind wanders a lot, including thinking of recipes and “writing” blog posts. Too bad I can’t write and drive 😉 I so wish I had champagne right now so I can make these.
So lovely for Valentine’s Day, Jennifer!
You had me at champagne! This looks absolutely fantastic!
This float is amazing!
Now this is my idea of a perfect float. I am not a fan of soda so it has been years since I enjoyed a float so this is perfect.
I’m not a fan of soda myself, haven’t had it in 4 years, so this float was a pleasurable treat! Oh how i missed the bubbles. lol
Wow, this is so fancy! And hopefully that gradient look is fool-proof because, well, I’m kind of a fool with these things. Thanks for sharing. In my opinion, nothing beats cherry-flavored anything when it comes to drinks, desserts, especially ice cream… it’s just the best.
I am so loving cherries right now! For good cause it’s National Cherry month!
Having kidney disease I have to limit potassium- can be deadly to many people with kidney issues. I noticed that your nutrition facts are way off as dairy and cherry juice we very high in potassium and the recipe stats record 0. II believe you made an honest error but mention this simply to let know you may wish to reconsider your nutrition info sources to avoid dangerous miskakes in the future