Description
Description This Italian Cream Soda is a fizzy, fruity, and decadent beverage made with flavored syrup, sparkling water, and a splash of cream. It’s the perfect balance of sweet and smooth with a gorgeous layered look that’s sure to impress at any gathering—or just make an ordinary day feel special!
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup club soda or sparkling water (chilled)
- 2–3 tablespoons flavored syrup (e.g., raspberry, strawberry, or vanilla)
- 2 tablespoons half-and-half or heavy cream
- Ice cubes
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- Maraschino cherry or fruit garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
- Pour flavored syrup over the ice.
- Slowly add club soda, leaving a little room at the top.
- Gently pour in the half-and-half or cream. Let it swirl naturally or stir gently for a marbled effect.
- Top with whipped cream and a cherry if desired.
- Serve with a straw and enjoy immediately!
Notes
- Customize with any flavored syrup—try peach, coconut, or blackberry!
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut milk or almond creamer.
- Make it a float by adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Mix and match syrup flavors for fun combos like raspberry vanilla or cherry almond.
- Details
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
