Strawberry Cream Soda
A sweet, fizzy summer drink combining fresh strawberry syrup, creamy half-and-half, and sparkling water for a refreshing homemade soda.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 5
- Total Time: 15
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Easy Chicken Recipes
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups chilled sparkling water
1 cup half-and-half
1 cup ice cubes
Fresh strawberry slices for garnish
Optional whipped cream
Instructions
Cook strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until softened.
Mash strawberries, strain mixture, and stir in vanilla extract.
Fill glasses with ice and strawberry slices.
Divide syrup into glasses, add half-and-half, then top with sparkling water.
Garnish with strawberries and whipped cream if desired.
Notes
Use lactose-free half-and-half for dairy-free version
Strained syrup can be refrigerated for 2-3 days
Adjust sweetness by reducing sugar to 1/4 cup