Hallelujah winter is behind us! Now that the weather has turned warmer, people are looking forward to sandal season, which typically includes less layers and bathing suits. One of our favorite spring & summer indulgences is Root Beer Floats. Here’s how to enjoy this classic warm-weather favorite with fewer calories!
Low Calorie Root Beer Floats
A&W is our favorite brand for crafting our Root Beer Floats and at just TEN Calories per serving paired with fat-free Breyers creamy vanilla ice cream, this offered the perfect low-calorie solution we were looking for.
Simply pour Root Beer in a glass then top with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream and watch it fizz! Cutting out the calories did not sacrifice flavor. They were simply delicious, and a perfect afternoon treats while watching the boys play outside.
Root Beer Popsicles
Another favorite the entire family can enjoy is Root Beer Popsicles. This low-calorie treat is just 55 calories per serving!
Root Beer Popsicle Directions:
First I chilled the A&W Root Beer in the freezer for 10 minutes. Next, I poured Root Beer in 1/4 of the popsicle mold, followed by a small scoop of vanilla ice cream, then repeated the steps one more time. After removing the excess foam I used a straw to give the ingredients a quick stir then placed the tops on and put the popsicles in the freezer for about 4 hours.
Talk about the perfect way to cool down on a warm day! Need a solution for low calorie spring & summer indulgences? Swap your full-calorie sodas for Four TEN products.
What is your favorite way to swap ingredients for lower-calorie options?
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Shannon says
What great low calorie treats. Thank you for sharing with us and have a lovely day.
Sandy Cain says
It’s funny, but I only like root beer in a float. And, oh, yours looks SO good, I am thirsty just looking at it!
Tonya Prater (@travelermom) says
Root beer floats are my favorite. It’s good to know that I can still indulge without sacrificing flavor.
LyndaS says
I don’t have a favorite way, yet, but those rootbeer popsicles look sooooo good.
C @ Kid Things says
I’m making root beer floats with my family this weekend with A&W TEN calorie root beer, too! I’ve tried some ahead of time, though, and you honestly can’t tell there’s only 10 calories.
Jennifer H says
I know, isn’t that awesome? NO sacrifice on flavor!
Dianna @ Oy Vey a day says
Oh my – these look delicious… AND, they bring back such wonderful memories. When I was growing up, we lived near an A&W drive-in restaurant. They kind where the servers wear roller skates and bring the food to the car. It was a huge treat!
I can’t take my kids to the drive-in, but I can make them these frozen treats. I know they will love them. Thanks for sharing this recipe.
Jennifer H says
What an awesome memory! Thank you for sharing Dianna 🙂
Maria says
YUM!! This looks great!! I can definitely see my kids drinking this on a hot summer night!
deannalw says
Oooh I LOVE root beer floats! Great idea!
guiltyorguiltfree says
How cute is that with the foam!
Jen Jamar (@LifeWithLevi) says
We just made lemon popsicles last week. I know Levi would LOVE to try a root beer float popsicle.
Ashley Miller says
YUM! These look awesome.. my kiddos LOVE Root Beer anything! lol Thanks for sharing! =)
Jen says
I love that you made popsicles with Root Beer. YUM!
satrntgr says
Wow – now I need to go shopping for some root beer, these look great!! Pinned it!
Jennifer H says
Thanks for the pin!
Wendy Flynn Del Monte says
YUM Root Beer! I love a nice root beer float for sure!
tara pittman says
My boys love rootbeer floats and I love that I can make them with less sugar
Ellen Christian (@ellenblogs) says
I always look for little ways to save on calories. Every little bit helps.
Jennifer H says
I totally agree Ellen! 🙂
kim says
What a good-looking float!!
Jennifer H says
Thanks!
JanetGoingCrazy says
My boy loves root beer and just a couple of days ago he said “mommy, root beer would be good with ice cream” – haha!
Jennifer H says
too funny!
alicia k (Petite Pilates Pixie) says
that root beer float looks SO good!
Maria H says
That’s a great idea root beer popsicles!
Janet W. says
I’m a big fan of root beer! I’ve never tried making my own popsicles before but those look delicious! I would destroy each one!!
Jennifer H says
haha! They are very easy to make. Enjoy!