Description
This Italian Cream Soda is a fun, fizzy, and creamy drink that’s super easy to make at home! With bubbly soda, sweet flavored syrup, and a splash of cream, it’s the perfect treat for parties, summer days, or a fun dessert drink.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup club soda (or sparkling water)
- 3 tablespoons flavored syrup (like raspberry, strawberry, vanilla, or coconut)
- 2 tablespoons half-and-half (or heavy cream for extra richness)
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
- Whipped cream (for topping, optional)
- Maraschino cherry (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
1. Fill the Glass:
- Add ice cubes to a tall glass.
- Pour in flavored syrup of your choice.
2. Add the Fizz & Cream:
- Pour in club soda and stir gently to mix.
- Slowly add half-and-half (or heavy cream) and stir lightly for a creamy swirl effect.
3. Top & Serve:
- Add whipped cream on top for extra decadence.
- Garnish with a maraschino cherry and enjoy!
Notes
- Dairy-Free? Swap half-and-half for coconut milk or almond creamer.
- Want more flavor? Mix two syrups like strawberry-vanilla or coconut-mango!
- For a layered look: Pour the syrup first, then soda, then cream, and stir just before drinking.
- Make a party version! Set up a DIY Italian Cream Soda Bar with different flavored syrups for guests.
Nutrition
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg