Here’s a fun and nostalgic dessert: 🍨 Creamy Root Beer Float Pie – it’s super easy to make, no baking required, and tastes just like a root beer float!
🥧 Creamy Root Beer Float Pie
Servings: 8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 4+ hours or overnight
Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients:
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1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
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1/2 cup cold root beer
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1/4 cup milk
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1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
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1 (9-inch) graham cracker crust
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Optional toppings: maraschino cherries, extra whipped topping, root beer drizzle, crushed graham crackers
Instructions:
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Make the Filling:
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In a large bowl, whisk together the root beer, milk, and vanilla pudding mix until thickened (about 2 minutes).
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Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined and fluffy.
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Fill the Crust:
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Spoon the filling into the graham cracker crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
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Chill:
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Cover the pie and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) until fully set.
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Serve:
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Top with extra whipped topping and a maraschino cherry for that classic root beer float vibe.
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Optional: drizzle with a little root beer syrup or sprinkle crushed graham crackers for crunch.
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📝 Tips:
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Use diet root beer if you’d like a lower-sugar version.
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Want a stronger root beer flavor? Add a few drops of root beer concentrate (available in baking aisles or online).
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Make it in mini graham crusts for cute single servings!
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