Homemade Root Beer Float Popsicles Made with Just 2 Ingredients

Summer is HOT where I live and I am always trying to find new recipes to cool us all down. A favorite family activity is making Homemade Root Beer Float Popsicles. Best of all, this easy recipe requires just 2 ingredients and only a few minutes of preparation, making it a great project for kids and adults alike.

Create the ultimate nostalgic summer treat with these easy, 2-ingredient Root Beer Float Popsicles. Combining creamy vanilla ice cream and bubbly root beer, this dessert is refreshing, kid-friendly, and simple to put together.

Why We Love Root Beer Float Popsicles

Your family will love this recipe because everyone can help. Younger children enjoy pouring the ingredients into the molds, while older kids can assist with mixing and cleanup. It’s an easy way to spend quality time together while creating a delicious reward to enjoy later.

If you’re looking for a simple summer treat that tastes like a classic root beer float, these Homemade Root Beer Float Popsicles are about as easy as it gets. With only two ingredients—root beer and vanilla ice cream—you can turn a nostalgic soda-shop favorite into a frozen dessert that’s perfect for hot afternoons.

Ingredients……

• 2 cups root beer (Use A&W)

• 1 cup vanilla ice cream, slightly softened

Store popsicles in the freezer for up to 2 months.

There are SO many delicious variations of floats that can be turned into popsicles.

Here are a few favorites…

• Strawberry soda + vanilla ice cream
• Orange soda + vanilla ice cream
• Cola + vanilla ice cream
• Cream soda + orange sherbet
• Vanilla soda + cherry ice cream

Tips for the Best Root Beer Float Popsicles

• For a creamier texture, add a little extra vanilla ice cream.
• Pour the mixture into molds immediately after mixing to preserve some of the root beer’s carbonation.
• Use your favorite root beer brand to customize the flavor.

Making Memories in the Kitchen

Homemade Root Beer Float Popsicles are more than just a frozen dessert—they’re a simple way to create lasting family memories. With their creamy texture, classic root beer float flavor, and easy preparation, they’re a treat that both kids and adults will look forward to all summer long. Gather your ingredients, invite the kids into the kitchen, and enjoy making a batch of these refreshing popsicles together. Sometimes the sweetest summer moments come from the simplest recipes.

Keep a batch stocked in the freezer for an anytime snack, and watch them disappear as quickly as you make them. One bite of these creamy, frosty popsicles and you’ll understand why they’re destined to become a summertime favorite year after year.

Scroll down for the easy recipe and make some with your family…