Description
This refreshing Keto Italian Soda recipe combines a homemade sugar-free raspberry syrup with club soda and a splash of heavy cream for a fizzy, creamy, and low-carb treat. Perfect for a quick, easy beverage that satisfies soda cravings without the sugar spike.
Ingredients
Sugar-Free Berry Syrup
- 1 1/2 cups fresh raspberries
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup sweetener (allulose recommended)
Italian Soda
- Club soda, as needed
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Ice, as needed
- Lightly sweetened whipped cream (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Make the Sugar-Free Berry Syrup: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the fresh raspberries, water, and allulose sweetener. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the berries are soft enough to be easily mashed.
- Strain the Syrup: Remove the saucepan from heat and pour the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds. Press the berry solids gently with a spoon or spatula to extract as much juice as possible, collecting all the syrup in a bowl.
- Prepare the Italian Soda: Fill a highball glass with ice cubes. Pour club soda into the glass, filling it to about 2 inches from the top.
- Add Raspberry Syrup and Cream: Pour 1/4 cup of the prepared raspberry syrup into the glass. Then, stir in one tablespoon of heavy cream until well combined.
- Optional Topping: If desired, top the Italian soda with lightly sweetened whipped cream for an extra creamy, dessert-style drink.
Notes
- Allulose is recommended as a sweetener for its keto-friendly, low-calorie properties; however, other keto-approved sweeteners like erythritol or stevia blends can be used.
- Use fresh raspberries for the best flavor, but frozen raspberries can be substituted if fresh are unavailable.
- The sugar-free berry syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Adjust the amount of heavy cream to suit your taste preference for creaminess.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream.
- Serve immediately after preparation to enjoy the freshest carbonation.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired