Refreshing Homemade Italian Soda with Creamy Vanilla Bliss

Enjoy this Homemade Italian Soda, a customizable drink combining bubbly refreshment with a creamy vanilla base.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 4 glasses

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Creamy Base

1/4 cup Vanilla Syrup Consider homemade for extra richness.
1/8 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for high-quality extract.
1/4 cup Half-and-Half or Heavy Cream Coconut milk is a great dairy-free alternative.

For the Fizz

2 cups Sparkling Water Make sure it's chilled.
1 cup Ice Cubes Consider making them from fruit juice.

For the Flavor

1/8 cup Fruit Syrup (strawberry, raspberry, or peach) Choose based on taste preference.

Optional Toppings

1 dollop Whipped Cream For a dreamy topping.
to taste Fresh Fruit or Mint Enhances presentation.

Equipment

tall glasses

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Begin by filling four tall glasses with ice cubes, leaving some space at the top.
Into each glass, pour ¼ cup of vanilla syrup along with ⅛ teaspoon of high-quality vanilla extract. Stir gently to combine.
Add ⅛ cup of your chosen fruit syrup to each glass.
Slowly pour ½ cup of chilled sparkling water into each glass.
Top off each glass with 2 tablespoons of half-and-half or heavy cream, stirring gently.
Garnish your drinks with a dollop of whipped cream and add fresh fruit or mint sprigs. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Chill sparkling water and glasses for optimal refreshment. Use quality ingredients for the best flavor.

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