Root Beer Float Pie

This easy and delicious frozen Root Beer Float Pie is the perfect mash up of a nostalgic root beer float and a creamy freezer pie. I’ve created the easiest recipe that takes only 15 minutes to prepare.

 

Root Beer Float Pie Recipe

Root beer is an old-fashioned soda that brings back memories of hot summer days growing up as a child. There’s even a National Root Beer Float Day on August 6 every year. With this recipe, you get all that same nostalgic flavor, but in a creamy, frozen pie form. 

This pie has a smooth, root beer-infused filling and crunchy graham cracker crust that works together perfectly to create a deliciously refreshing dessert. And the best part is that it only takes 15 minutes to whip together. Just pop it in the freezer, and in a few hours, you’ll have a cool and creamy treat ready to enjoy. It’s the perfect way to keep the summer fun going! 

For other root beer cool treats, you should also try these root beer popsicles.

Why We Love This Recipe

• Delicious dessert – This root beer float freezer pie recipe brings back the flavors of a classic root beer float.
• Easy to make – This creamy pie recipe is easy to make with simple ingredients from the grocery store. 
• Perfect for summer – Refreshing and light, this frozen pie is ideal for warm weather and outdoor gatherings.

Ingredients

For the Graham Cracker Pie Crust

• Graham Crackers – Crushed to create the perfect base for the pie, adding a touch of sweetness and crunch.
• Unsalted Butter – Helps bind the crust together and adds a rich, buttery flavor.
• Granulated Sugar – Adds the perfect sweetness to the crust.

For the Root Beer Pie Filling

• Cold Root Beer – It’s best to not use sugar-free root beer in this recipe. Regular root beer works best for that classic flavor.
• Heavy Cream – Gives the filling a rich, creamy texture.
• Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix – The base for the filling, giving it a hint of vanilla that complements the root beer perfectly.
• Cool Whip, thawed – Lightens the filling and adds that signature light and fluffy texture.
• Optional toppings – Whipped cream, maraschino cherries, and chocolate sprinkles add the final touches that make this pie look as good as it tastes.

Recommended Tools

• Bowl
• Whisk
• Spoon
• Food processor
• Pie dish

Instructions

Step One: Make the Crust

• Make the crust by adding the graham crackers to the food processor and processing into crumbs.
• Then add in the butter and sugar and blend it again until it starts to look like wet sand.
• Press the crust mixture into your pie dish and let chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.

Step Two: Make the Filling

• While the crust is chilling, make the filling by mixing together the soda, cream and the instant pudding mix in a large bowl. Don’t make the filling too soon because crust needs time to set up in the fridge.
• Then fold in the cool whip until there are no more light or dark streaks.

Step Three: Add the Filling and Freeze

• Pour the pudding mixture into the crust once the crust has been setting up for 30 minutes.
• Let the whole pie chill in the freezer for at least 6 hours, or until it’s solid.

• Add whipped cream, cherries, and sprinkles on top of the pie.

Suggestions and Alternatives

• Store-Bought Pie Crust – If you’re short on time, a store-bought graham cracker crust is a quick and easy alternative.
• Chocolate Pie Crust – For a richer twist, use a chocolate pie crust made with crushed Oreos. The chocolate pairs great with the root beer.
• Extracts – Feel free to add a few drops of root beer extract or vanilla extract for an extra boost of flavor.
• Root Beer Concentrate – This can be used in place of regular root beer for an even more intense root beer flavor. Just a small amount will give the filling all the flavor it needs.
• Chocolate Chips – Fold in some mini chocolate chips into the filling for a fun, chocolatey surprise that’s always a huge hit. 
• Caramel Drizzle – Add a drizzle of caramel sauce over the top before serving for added sweetness and adds a rich, buttery flavor.
• Nuts – Sprinkle some chopped walnuts or pecans over the top of the pie for a little added crunch.  

How Do You Store This Pie?

The best way to store this pie is in the freezer. This way it stays together and doesn’t slip apart. It only takes 20-30 minutes to thaw before you’ll be able to serve again when needed.

How to Store Root Beer Float Pie?

Since this is a freezer pie, cover with plastic wrap and put back in the freezer until you are ready for another serving.

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