Description
If you’re in the mood for a drink that’s refreshing, indulgent, and just a little bit fancy, meet your new best friend: the Italian Cream Soda. It’s got bubbly seltzer, rich cream, and a splash of flavored syrup — basically, it’s like an ice cream float’s cooler, more sophisticated cousin. The best part? You can make it with any flavor you’re feeling — raspberry, vanilla, or even strawberry. It’s the kind of drink that’s perfect for sipping on a sunny day, a special occasion, or whenever you’re craving something bubbly and creamy. Trust me, one sip, and you’ll be hooked!
Ingredients
2 cups club soda or seltzer water
2 tbsp flavored syrup (raspberry, vanilla, strawberry, or your favorite flavor)
2 tbsp heavy cream or half-and-half (or use a dairy-free alternative like coconut milk)
Ice
Fresh fruit or whipped cream for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prep Your Glass
Grab a tall glass and fill it with ice. Make sure there’s enough room for the soda and cream to come in without spilling over.
Step 2: Add the Syrup
Pour about 2 tablespoons of flavored syrup into your glass. You can adjust this based on how sweet you like it, but 2 tablespoons is usually the sweet spot.
Step 3: Add the Club Soda
Pour 2 cups of club soda or seltzer water into the glass. The bubbles will start to mix with the syrup and give you that signature fizziness.
Step 4: Stir it Up
Gently stir the syrup and soda together. Don’t overdo it — you want to keep the bubbles intact for that bubbly experience!
Step 5: Add the Cream
Slowly pour in the cream (or your dairy-free alternative) over the back of a spoon to create a layered effect. If you’re feeling fancy, you can give it a quick swirl to combine the cream for a more blended look.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
Top with a few fresh fruit slices or a dollop of whipped cream if you’re feeling extra indulgent. Serve with a straw and enjoy!
Notes
Go fruity: Add a splash of fruit puree, like mango or peach, for an extra boost of flavor.
Spice it up: A dash of vanilla extract can add an extra depth of flavor to the cream soda.
Keep it fancy: Try using flavored sparkling water for a more complex taste, or even swap out the soda for tonic water for a more sophisticated flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: no-cook recipe
Nutrition
- Calories: ~150 calories
- Carbohydrates: ~16g
- Protein: 1g