Refreshing Creamy Raspberry Italian Cream Soda
A quick and easy homemade Italian cream soda featuring fresh raspberry syrup, sparkling water, and heavy cream for a creamy, refreshing treat perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sparkling water or club soda, chilled
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- Ice cubes as needed
- Optional garnishes: fresh raspberries, mint leaves
Instructions
- Make the Raspberry Syrup: Combine 1 cup raspberries, 1 cup sugar, and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes until the raspberries break down and the mixture thickens slightly.
- Strain the Syrup: Remove the saucepan from heat. Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the syrup into a bowl or jar to remove seeds and pulp. Press gently on the solids with a spoon to extract every bit of flavor. Let the syrup cool completely (about 20 minutes).
- Prepare the Soda: Fill a tall glass with ice cubes. Pour in 2-3 tablespoons of the cooled raspberry syrup (adjust to taste).
- Add Sparkling Water: Slowly pour 1 cup (240 ml) chilled sparkling water over the syrup and ice to keep the fizz bubbly and fresh.
- Top with Cream: Gently pour 2 tablespoons heavy cream over the soda. Use a spoon or small whisk to swirl it in lightly, creating a beautiful marbled effect without deflating the bubbles.
- Garnish and Serve: Add fresh raspberries and a sprig of mint if desired. Serve immediately for the best fizz and creaminess.
Notes
Chill sparkling water and ice cubes ahead of time for best fizz. Strain raspberry syrup well to remove seeds. Pour cream slowly to maintain bubbles and create a marbled effect. Syrup can be stored refrigerated up to two weeks. For dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or almond milk creamer. Adjust sugar to taste or use natural sweeteners for lower sugar options.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 fl oz (240 ml)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4.5
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
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