16 Old-Fashioned Soda Fountain Treats

overhead shot banana split

From a classic banana split to a creamsicle-inspired cake, sweet memories of counter service with cold confections live on in each of these tasty recipes. Recreate the magic of malts, party punches, and floats in your own home with 16 ice cream parlor treats that will keep you coming back to the freezer all season long.

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Shirley Temple Ice Cream Float

overhead shot Shirley temple float
Lela

Grenadine, lemon-lime soda, and vanilla ice cream combine for an unforgettably good classic. A great treat to help you cool down as temperatures rise.

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Egg Cream

chocolate fountain soda drink with straw
Linda

This recipe doesn't contain any egg or cream — just seltzer water, chocolate syrup, and milk, creating a rich, frothy chocolate drink that is ready to serve in minutes.

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Cherry Lime Ricky

cherry limeade soda

An old-time soda fountain favorite with the vibrant, tart flavors of lime and cherry. All you'll need is four ingredients and a couple of minutes to stir up this sparkling beverage.

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Creamsicle Ice Cream Cake

creamsicle ice cream cake on plates
Mackenzie Schieck

Your favorite summertime popsicle gets the cake treatment in this fun-filled recipe. Boxed orange cake mix makes it easy to whip up an ice cream and sponge dessert that will wow your friends and family.

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Italian Cream Soda

green cream soda
PhotoJenic

Watermelon and passionfruit syrup give a wonderfully tropical flavor to this fizzy drink. Feel free to experiment with different flavors and color gradients to give your soda a personalized flair.

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Gourmet Root Beer Float

Gourmet Root Beer Float
Melissa Goff

"Boy does this bring back memories!" says home cook Laura. "My grandma used to make these for me and tonight it was the perfect after-dinner treat."

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Neapolitan Malted Milkshake

malt milkshake
House of Aqua

"I made a diner-style lunch today so I thought a malt would be fun, " says reviewer Sarah Jo. "My oldest helped me make this which both he and I enjoyed." Top with a maraschino cherry for a fun finish.

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Homemade Banana Split

overhead shot banana split

Is there anything better than a cold, creamy banana split on a warm day? Strawberry syrup, almonds, and whipped cream adorn a sliced banana for the classic treat we all know and love.

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Perfect Peanut Butter Milkshake

Peanut Butter and Jelly Milkshake
Holiday Baker

Blend together ice cream, milk, and peanut butter for a thick, decadent shake. Simple and seriously delicious.

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Orange Sherbet Salad

a clear glass filled with a creamy orange gelatin and mandarin orange segments, garnished with shipped topping
lutzflcat

A old-fashioned, jello-based dessert with incredibly tangy flavor. Sour cream, mandarin oranges, and sherbet come together to create the perfect frosty treat.

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Five Ingredient Ice Cream

19002 Five Ingredient Ice Cream

Five ingredients and a little freezer time is all you'll need for this mouthwatering treat. Here's your go-to base ice cream recipe that can easily be customized with mix-ins, syrups, sprinkles, and more.

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Candie's Simply Great Punch

bright red-pink punch
magicallydelicious

Make this crowd-pleasing punch with just 3 ingredients. Incredibly easy for lazy days when you want to sip on something sweet without lots of fuss or cleanup.

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Chocolate Banana Milkshake

Chocolate Banana Milkshake
Photo by Holiday Baker.

Frozen bananas, chocolate malt mix, and ice cream create a smooth and frosty milkshake that you're sure to love. This decadent drink is an easy, indulgent recipe to have on hand.

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Sue's Hot Fudge Sauce

hot fudge sauce
Andrew O

"Fantastic!" raves home cook Brian. "I doubled the recipe for an ice cream social and it was plenty. I made the sauce brought it to church in a crock pot and turned it on low. The hot fudge stayed warm and smooth for the whole event."

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Ice Cream Cone Treats

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Photo by momlovestocook.

These tiny ice cream cones are actually frosted cupcakes baked right into cones. Pour cake batter inside and let cool before frosting for a deceptively delicious presentation.

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Frozen Vanilla Custard

custard in a coupe cup

Rich, indulgent flavor from an old-school recipe. Heavy cream, egg yolks, and sugar combine for a taste of perfectly creamy ice cream that will keep you satisfied during the warm months.

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