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    Home » Recipes » Dessert Recipes

    Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream Float

    Published: Jun 2, 2016 · Modified: Jan 21, 2020 by Bowl Me Over · 85 Comments

    Best Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream I've ever had! Sweet, creamy and delicious!
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    Now let me tell you....I nearly had to guard the freezer to keep my hubby outa that ice cream! I did give him a sample and well, that only made it worse because then he just wanted it more. Let me tell you this ice cream is so sweet and so creamy!

    Enjoy a float the first day and on day two make a Banana Split Milkshake!

    Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream Float

    Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream Float

    Homemade Vanilla Ice CreamYou're going to love this Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream Float!

    You just need a few items - cream, whole milk, a vanilla bean, eggs and a can of sweetened condensed milk.. About 10 minutes to put the custard together and then I tucked it into the fridge to cool.

    Later that day I poured it into my ice cream maker and let it do all the work!

    yum, yum, yum!

    yum, yum, yum!

    You remember how to make a float, right? Well here's a couple hints -

    • If you like more fizz, put the ice cream in the glass first - adding the soda last really makes it fizzle and bubble!
    • Less foam more your cup of tea? Fill your glass about half way with Diet Coke - then add a couple scoops of ice cream, top it off with a bit more soda!
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    Vanilla Ice Cream Float!

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    Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream Float

    Best Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream I've ever had! Sweet, creamy and delicious!
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    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Total Time15 mins
    Course: Desserts
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 10
    Calories: 360kcal
    Author: Deb Clark
    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups heavy cream
    • 2 cups whole milk
    • 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
    • 1 vanilla bean
    • 5 egg yolks

    Instructions

    • Separate the eggs - reserve the whites for another use. Split the vanilla bean in half and scrape out the seeds, reserve both the seeds and the bean.
    • In a sauce pan whisk together the condensed milk, cream and milk. When they are well combined, add the vanilla seeds and bean. Place over medium heat. Set your timer for 10 minutes and begin whisking continuously. Then slowly add the eggs, one at a time. Continue to cook and whisk. Do not allow it to boil. Whisk the entire time. The mixture will thicken slightly.
    • At the end of the 10 minutes, pour the custard into a large bowl and place it in the refrigerator. Refrigerate for at least four hours - you want the custard completely cooled. Or (if you're short on time) place the bowl of custard into a second bowl filled with ice water - then tuck it into the fridge.
    • When you are ready to make the ice cream, prepare the machine - you'll want to have the machine running with the paddle and then pour the custard into the machine. Process according to your machine's directions - mine took about 40 minutes.
    • Remove from machine, place in a freezer container and freeze until the desired consistency - about 3 hours.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 360kcal
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    Welcome to Bowl Me Over! My name is Debra and I send warm greetings from sunny California. I am a serious foodie – I’ve been known as the go-to girl in our family for years, catering weddings and anniversary parties. In the summer I help cook mountains of food for our family reunions. Often times things I create end up in a bowl, hence the name Bowl Me Over! Let's stay connected, you can email me at [email protected] and find me on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

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    Comments

    1. Michelle Gwynn Jones

      June 06, 2016 at 6:33 pm

      Wow I haven't had a float in a long time. And there is homemade ice cream in the freezer nom.

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      • Bowl Me Over

        June 06, 2016 at 7:01 pm

        There ya go, break out the icecream scoop! 😀

        Reply
    2. Jessica Hughes

      June 06, 2016 at 5:59 pm

      I LOVE homemade ice cream!

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      • Bowl Me Over

        June 06, 2016 at 7:02 pm

        Me too Jessica - homemade totally rocks!!

        Reply
    3. Stephanie Ortez

      June 06, 2016 at 11:59 am

      4 stars
      Looks delicious! great for the root beer float lovers!

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      • Bowl Me Over

        June 06, 2016 at 7:03 pm

        Mmmmmm....root beer...YUM! 😀

        Reply
    4. AnnMarie Brown

      June 06, 2016 at 10:49 am

      4 stars
      Talk about quenching my thirst and making me thirsty at the same time. I love everything vanilla and this is a perfect treat.

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over

        June 06, 2016 at 7:05 pm

        Thanks AnnMarie - love homemade ice cream - such a treat!

        Reply
    5. Delaine

      June 06, 2016 at 9:21 am

      4 stars
      This looks yummy. I will have to try this at home.

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      • Bowl Me Over

        June 06, 2016 at 7:05 pm

        Please Delaine, love to hear what you think!

        Reply
    6. tara pittman

      June 06, 2016 at 9:00 am

      We love floats here. I just love how they decorated these soda bottles.

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over

        June 06, 2016 at 7:06 pm

        Me too - love all of those jingles!!

        Reply
    7. Jen Becerril

      June 06, 2016 at 8:22 am

      5 stars
      a float with my soda my favorite soda plus ice cream.I am so lusting this.Need to make this soon.

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over

        June 06, 2016 at 7:06 pm

        Not much better than homemade ice cream and as a float....just love it!1

        Reply
    8. Amy Jones

      June 06, 2016 at 7:47 am

      Looks delicious and easy to do. Gonna try it! thanks for the recipe 😀

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over

        June 06, 2016 at 7:07 pm

        Wonderful - I hope you give it a try Amy!!!

        Reply
    9. Inspiring Kitchen

      June 06, 2016 at 6:25 am

      Coke float is a favorite in the house. I need to try your vanilla ice cream recipe.

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over

        June 06, 2016 at 7:08 pm

        Us too - we polished off the homemade icecream and now my hubby is working on the store bought, YUM!

        Reply
    10. Chrishelle Ebner

      June 06, 2016 at 5:33 am

      5 stars
      The ice cream is definitely a seller, and sounds so refreshing with a fresh Coke! And the song lyrics just allow for some family fun with karaoke, and who could not love that?

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over

        June 06, 2016 at 7:09 pm

        Yes Chrishelle - it's a win, win all around!! 😀

        Reply
    11. Joely Smith

      June 05, 2016 at 9:56 pm

      5 stars
      Okay now I want a float!! I love the new coke labeling! I told my hubby just the other day that when we get a coke from the fridge - because this is what we drink - we had to do whatever was on the label lol.
      I sing at home all of the time, everyone knows it because they have to endure it, not always songs either - I just make things up as I go along - things I would usually speak. Nothing better than music - even if using that term loosely - to make a house a home.
      I loved hearing your story, and I think I would love to go back in your mom's day sitting on the dock listening to big band sounds.

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over

        June 06, 2016 at 7:14 pm

        Yes, yes to all of the above!! Totally love your light hearted attitude, you'd fit in here! 😀 Sing-on my friend!!

        Reply
    12. She Joh

      June 05, 2016 at 7:48 pm

      I don't drink soda but these floats looks amazing. I've also always wanted to make my own ice cream and this recipe looks super easy. I may have to try it this Summer!

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over

        June 06, 2016 at 7:16 pm

        Great - I hope you give it a try, I had a bowl last night with a coating of hot fudge....YUM!

        Reply
    13. Chloe Crabtree

      June 05, 2016 at 7:27 pm

      Homemade ice cream floats are the best idea for a summer treat! I haven't had one of these in YEARS! I like the idea for sharing with my granddaughters, too. They are pretty little, and this would make a nice treat that wasn't too messy since it is in a glass with a straw. Oh heck, who am I kidding, they would make a mess with it anyway! Yummy summer fun!

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over

        June 05, 2016 at 7:50 pm

        I know Chloe, a float is so nostalgic!! We thoroughly enjoyed this one with a float every night until the ice cream was gone - I hope you do too, enjoy!!

        Reply
    14. Michelle

      June 05, 2016 at 5:23 am

      Yum Yum Yum. Summertime and songs. Perfect.

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over

        June 05, 2016 at 7:51 pm

        You know it! Bet the thought of me dancing down the hallway singing into my hairbrush brought a smile to your face! 😀

        Reply
    15. Angela @marathonsandmotivation.com

      June 05, 2016 at 4:55 am

      Yum! This looks so delicious, thanks for sharing. Pinned 🙂

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over

        June 05, 2016 at 7:53 pm

        Grab some soda and a spoon and dig in Angela! :D. Thanks again for hosting a great party!!

        Reply
    16. Patty Haxton Anderson

      June 04, 2016 at 4:46 am

      I absolutely loved your background story. Sitting and listening to the big bands from the supper club...I grew up with that music. Actually lots of different music - my mom had a decent voice and loved music. It was her music I listened to and adored. I think I've always been "older" when it comes to music! Thanks too for a great recipe and a chance to win.

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over

        June 04, 2016 at 6:35 pm

        I so appreciate you stopping by Patty! Lawrence Welk was one of the regulars at the Supper Club - that was my Mom's favorite band, I love big band music too! Best of luck with the contest!!

        Reply
    17. Healing Tomato

      June 02, 2016 at 7:25 pm

      5 stars
      Your photos remind me of poodle skirts and jukeboxes! This looks like a very delicious recipe, Debra!

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over

        June 02, 2016 at 7:45 pm

        Ha! That's awesome! I was thinking jukeboxes so that's great! The ice cream is super yummy, I think you'd really like it! We just polished off another set of Floats watching the Warrior game - perfect game treat!

        Reply
    18. Florian @ContentednessCooking

      June 02, 2016 at 4:06 pm

      Homemade is the best! Great recipe! Perfect for summer!

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over

        June 02, 2016 at 5:27 pm

        I so agree - so yummy!! Thank you Florian!

        Reply
    19. Lois

      June 02, 2016 at 3:36 pm

      4 stars
      This just looks so good. Can't wait to try some.

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over

        June 02, 2016 at 5:27 pm

        Can't wait for you to get here & we'll enjoy it together! 😀

        Reply
    20. Cristi Comes

      June 02, 2016 at 2:28 pm

      Oh my! I really need to pull out that ole ice cream maker and try your recipe. The ice cream gene runs through my mom's side of the family and ran straight to my daughter. But we rarely ever make it ourselves. {client}

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over

        June 02, 2016 at 5:29 pm

        Then it's definitely time Cristi! 😀 The sweet gene skipped me too, but my hubby loves his sweets so I always keep something yummy on hand. Thanks for stopping by!!!

        Reply
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