Indulge in a bubbly, creamy, and fruity treat with this homemade Italian Cream Soda recipe! With the perfect blend of sweet fruity syrup, fizzy club soda, and rich half-and-half, it’s a fun and refreshing drink that’s perfect for any occasion. It’s simple to make and can be customized with your favorite fruity syrup!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup club soda
- 2 tbsp half-and-half
- 2 tbsp homemade fruity syrup (choose from strawberry, raspberry, peach, or any flavor you prefer)
- Ice
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Fresh fruit for garnish (optional)
Directions:
- Prepare the Glass:
- Fill a glass with ice to chill it and keep your drink nice and cold.
- Add the Club Soda:
- Pour the club soda into the glass, filling it about three-quarters of the way.
- Mix in the Half-and-Half:
- Add 2 tablespoons of half-and-half to the soda for a creamy texture.
- Drizzle the Fruity Syrup:
- Drizzle your choice of homemade fruity syrup (strawberry, raspberry, peach, etc.) over the top. The syrup will naturally mix into the soda for a colorful, vibrant drink.
- Stir and Combine:
- Gently stir the ingredients together to ensure the syrup and half-and-half mix well with the soda.
- Optional Toppings:
- If you want to make the drink extra indulgent, top with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with fresh fruit.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Sip on your homemade Italian Cream Soda and enjoy the fizzy, creamy, and fruity flavors!
Recipe Details:
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Servings: 1 serving
Tips:
- Customize Your Syrup: Use any fruit syrup you love. Homemade syrups can be easily made by simmering fruit with sugar and water.
- Make it Dairy-Free: Swap the half-and-half with coconut milk or any plant-based milk for a dairy-free version.
Italian Cream Soda
- Prep Time: 30 minutes plus cooling
- Cook Time: 3-5 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Italian Soda
Description
A luxurious and creamy carbonated beverage featuring homemade fruit syrups and a rich cream float. This classic Italian-inspired drink combines the effervescence of club soda with sweet fruit syrup and creamy dairy for a sophisticated and refreshing treat.
Ingredients
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For Basic Italian Cream Soda:
- 3 tablespoons homemade fruit syrup
- 1 cup club soda or sparkling water
- 2 tablespoons half & half or heavy cream
- Ice cubes
- Optional: Whipped cream topping
- Garnish: Fresh fruit and mint leaves
Homemade Fruit Syrups (choose one): Raspberry Syrup:
- 2 cups fresh raspberries
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
Strawberry Syrup:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
Peach Syrup:
- 2 cups ripe peaches, pitted
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
For Fruit Syrups:
- Combine fruit, sugar, and water in a saucepan
- Bring to boil, reduce heat, simmer 15 minutes
- Mash fruit gently while cooking
- Strain through fine-mesh sieve
- Cool completely before using
- Store in airtight container
For Cream Soda Assembly:
- Fill tall glass with ice cubes
- Pour fruit syrup over ice
- Slowly add club soda while stirring gently
- Float cream on top by pouring over back of spoon
- Optional: Top with whipped cream
- Garnish with fresh fruit and mint
Notes
- Syrups can be made ahead and stored
- Different fruits can be used for variety
- Use very cold club soda for best results
- Can substitute dairy-free alternatives
- Stir before drinking to combine flavors
- Makes excellent party beverages with syrup variety
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 oz (360ml)
- Calories: Approximately 150-200 calories
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg