Best 4 Grown Up Ice Cream Soda Recipes

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Get ready to add some sophistication and indulgence to your favorite childhood treat! Discover the world of grown-up ice cream sodas, where classic flavors are elevated with unique ingredients and a touch of elegance. Indulge in rich, creamy ice cream, sparkling soda, and a medley of delectable toppings that transform this simple dessert into a gourmet experience. Whether you prefer classic flavors or crave something more adventurous, these recipes will guide you in creating the perfect grown-up ice cream soda that will tantalize your taste buds and redefine your dessert experience.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

FANTASTIC OLD FASHIONED ICE CREAM SODA



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Make and share this Fantastic Old Fashioned Ice Cream Soda recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Shakes

Time 1m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup milk
3 tablespoons chocolate syrup
1 cup vanilla ice cream (or 1 large scoop)
club soda (cold) or seltzer water (cold)
canned whipped cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Pour the milk into one tall 16-ounce glass.
  • Stir in syrup.
  • Add in ice cream and enough soda water or selzer to fill almost to top of glass.
  • Top with whipped cream if desired.
  • Serve with a long spoon and a big straw.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 507.9, Fat 21.7, SaturatedFat 12.6, Cholesterol 67.2, Sodium 328.8, Carbohydrate 69.1, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 47.5, Protein 9.2

OLD-FASHIONED ICE CREAM SODA



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What a treat! Our cooks dreamed up this idea when they began testing ice cream recipes. Try using homemade vanilla ice cream to concoct a sweetly satisfying soda all ages will thirst for.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 bottle (1 liter) club soda or ginger ale
1 pint ice cream

Steps:

  • Pour 1/2 cup club soda into each of four tall glasses. Add 1/2 cup ice cream to each glass. Fill glasses with soda. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

HOMEMADE CREAM SODA



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This homemade cream soda is a summer (and winter, spring, and fall) favorite of mine. You can use any flavor, and the amounts can be altered to your taste. Enjoy!

Provided by Amanda H.

Categories     Drinks Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 4

½ cup ice, or as needed
8 ounces seltzer water
1 teaspoon vanilla-flavored syrup, or to taste
¼ cup half-and-half

Steps:

  • Fill a 12-ounce tumbler about halfway with ice. Pour in seltzer water, followed by vanilla syrup. Add half-and-half and stir to blend.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.7 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Cholesterol 22.4 mg, Fat 7 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 37.1 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

ICE CREAM SODAS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     beverage

Time 2h13m

Yield varies

Number Of Ingredients 17

Raspberry Syrup, recipe follows
Chocolate Syrup, recipe follows
Pure vanilla extract
Heavy cream, chilled
Club soda or seltzer, chilled
Vanilla ice cream
Strawberry ice cream
Chocolate ice cream
Coffee ice cream
3/4 cup cocoa powder, sieved
Pinch kosher salt
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon instant coffee granules
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pint fresh raspberries, sliced in 1/2
1/2 cup sugar
Juice of 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Pour 3 tablespoons of Raspberry or Chocolate Syrup or 1 teaspoon vanilla plus 3 tablespoons heavy cream in a tall ice cream soda glass. Whisk with a fork, then slowly, while still whisking, add the club soda until the glass is three-quarters full. Add 2 scoops of ice cream, add soda to the top of the glass, and serve with a spoon and a straw.
  • Combine the cocoa, salt, sugar and 1 cup of water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Add the coffee granules, and simmer for 5 minutes. Pour the syrup into a bowl and add the vanilla. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Combine the raspberries, sugar, and lemon in a container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight. Strain the syrup into a pitcher, pushing down on the berries to extract all the liquid.

Tips:

  • For a classic ice cream soda, use vanilla ice cream, cola, and a cherry. For a more unique flavor, try using different types of ice cream, soda, and toppings.
  • To make a boozy ice cream soda, add a shot of liquor to the soda. Popular choices include bourbon, rum, and vodka.
  • To make a more refreshing ice cream soda, use sparkling water instead of soda.
  • To make a more decadent ice cream soda, top it with whipped cream, sprinkles, or a cherry.
  • Experiment with different flavors and toppings to create your own unique ice cream soda.

Conclusion:

Ice cream sodas are a delicious and refreshing treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to suit any taste. Whether you prefer a classic ice cream soda or a more unique flavor, there is sure to be a recipe in this article that you will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give one of these ice cream soda recipes a try.

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