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Orange Cream Soda Recipe

This homemade Orange Cream Soda is a refreshing, creamy, and fizzy treat that tastes just like a classic orange creamsicle! With just a few ingredients, you can create a delicious, nostalgic drink perfect for summer days.
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Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Keyword: creamsicle drink, fizzy orange cream, homemade soda, Orange cream soda, summer drink
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 210kcal

Equipment

  • Tall glasses
  • Spoon
  • Pot (for homemade syrup)
  • Whisk
  • Strainer

Ingredients

Easy Version:

  • 2 cups orange soda Fanta, Sunkist, or Crush
  • 1/4 cup vanilla creamer French vanilla preferred
  • Ice cubes
  • Fresh orange slices for garnish

Homemade Orange Cream Soda:

Orange Syrup:

  • 5-6 medium oranges for juice and zest
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 tsp orange extract
  • 1/8 tsp citric acid optional, for tanginess

Cream Mixture:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk

To Serve:

  • 1 1/2 cups club soda
  • Ice cubes
  • Orange slices for garnish

Instructions

Easy Version:

  • Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
  • Pour orange soda into the glass, filling it about 3/4 full.
  • Slowly pour the vanilla creamer over the back of a spoon to create a layered effect.
  • Garnish with a fresh orange slice.
  • Serve with a straw and a spoon for stirring.

Homemade Version:

  • Step 1: Make Orange Syrup
  • Zest 2-3 oranges carefully, avoiding the white pith.
  • Juice the oranges to obtain 1 cup of fresh juice.
  • In a pot, combine juice, zest, sugar, and water. Heat on medium, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  • Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Remove from heat, strain zest out, and stir in orange extract and citric acid.
  • Let cool completely.
  • Step 2: Make Cream Mixture
  • In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, vanilla extract, and sweetened condensed milk.
  • Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  • Step 3: Assemble Soda
  • Add 3 tbsp orange syrup to a glass.
  • Fill 2/3 of the glass with club soda and stir gently.
  • Add ice cubes.
  • Slowly pour 3 tbsp of the chilled cream mixture over the back of a spoon for a layered effect.
  • Garnish with an orange slice and serve immediately.

Notes

For a less sweet version, use sparkling water and fresh orange juice instead of soda.
Store homemade orange syrup in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
The cream mixture can be prepared up to 3 days in advance.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 35mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 0.5mg