Save money and make homemade Root Beer Popsicles. Not only do these taste amazing but they are super easy. Give this treat a try!
One thing that my kids and I love to do is make different kinds of popsicles and Root Beer Float popsicles are one of their favorites. The kids have a blast making them and they taste delicious – especially after a 100 degree type of day.
If you love this delicious dessert recipe, then you will love these other refreshing treats – Homemade Ice Cream Recipes, No Churn Birthday Cake Ice Cream Recipe and Fruit Ice Cream Recipe.
Why We Love This Recipe
There is something so refreshing about root beer float popsicles on a hot summer day. The vanilla ice cream and root beer make such a delicious treat.
Once you see how very simple this is, you will never buy the store bought popsicles again. They look amazing and taste so delicious for a treat sure to impress!
Ingredients
- Ice Cream – We like using creamy vanilla ice cream for the classic flavor. But you can use what you prefer.
- Root Beer – We used A&W Root Beer, but you any brand you prefer
- Ozera Ice Pop Molds Maker, Set of 6, Green – I love the star shapes of theseI love the star shapes of these!
- Norpro 431 4-Piece Silicone Ice Pop Maker Set – These are great because you can toss them in the freezer easily.
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How to Make Root Beer Popsicles
- Step 1 – You are going to alternate layers of ice cream and pour root beer in the mold.
- Step 2 – Be careful – it may foam over so move slowly. Clean up any overflow.
- Step 3 – Insert Sticks top of each mold and freeze overnight.
- Step 4 – Run mold briefly under hot water if needed to release popsicles easily from the mold.
Expert Tips
- Combining Ingredients – There is no need to combine the 2 ingredients separately. You simple being layering the ingredients in the popsicle mold.
- Overflow – Be careful not to overflow the popsicle molds. The root beer will foam so slowly add the root beer to keep this to a minimum.
How to Remove Popsicles from Molds
The best way to remove the popsicles from the popsicle mold is to briefly run it under hot water. It will take no more than 10 seconds and you should be able to easily remove the popsicle.
Another easy way is to stick the popsicle mold in a glass of warm water for about 20 seconds. Make sure to gently try to remove the popsicle to prevent it from breaking.
Frequently Asked Question
Yes, you can use any flavor of soda that you prefer.
These popsicles can be made without popsicles molds. Pour the root beer mixture in a paper cup, muffin tin, or ice cube trays.
Store the popsicles in the popsicle molds until ready to enjoy. The popsicles will stay fresh for up to 2 months. You can also place the prepared frozen popsicles in a freezer safe container.
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Root Beer Float Popsicles
Equipment
- Popsicle Mold
- 6 Popsicle Sticks
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups Root Beer
- 1 ½ cups Vanilla Ice Cream
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Instructions
- Alternate layers of the softened vanilla ice cream and root beer in each popsicle mold, filling them almost to the top. Pour the root beer slowly, as it will foam.
- Insert the popsicle sticks.
- Freeze overnight, or until the popsicles are completely firm.
- To remove, run the outside of the mold under warm water for a few seconds until the popsicles release easily.
Recipe Notes
- Slightly softened ice cream is easier to layer into the molds.
- Pour the root beer slowly to reduce foaming and prevent overflow.
- If using disposable paper cups, peel away the cup before serving.
Carrie, could this be adapted to make a root beer float ice cream do you think?
Yes, you can freeze in a loaf pan instead of the popsicles molds for delicious and easy root beer float ice cream.
Really easy to make and absolutely delicious! Takes me back to those push pop things but better
So glad you enjoyed them!
Does this work with diet root beer?
I haven’t tried it but I think it would still work great!
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