Chocolate Ice Cream Soda Recipe
Beat the summer heat with a delightful chocolate ice cream soda. This easy recipe combines chocolate syrup, ice cream, and bubbly soda.
This old-fashioned ice cream soda is one of my favorite summer treats! A frosty chocolate ice cream soda satisfies on so many levels, and this recipe ticks all the boxes. With ice cream, rich chocolate flavor, refreshing club soda, and rich and creamy whipped cream, it’s a drink and a dessert in a glass! You might not remember the 5-and-dime lunch counters and soda fountains of the 1950s and ’60s, but this was a popular item on the menus. Chocolate syrup, milk, chocolate ice cream, and carbonated soda are the main ingredients. With a topping of whipped cream and a cherry, cookie crumbs, or chocolate sprinkles, it’s simply delicious!
Why You’ll Love It
Classic and nostalgic. Brings back the charm of vintage soda fountains with every sip.
Quick to make. Ready in minutes with just a handful of ingredients.
Customizable. Easily switch up the ice cream, syrup, or soda for new flavor combinations.
Ingredient Notes
- Chocolate syrup: Choose your favorite brand or homemade version for the richest flavor.
- Milk: Whole milk adds creaminess and helps blend the syrup.
- Ice cream: Chocolate ice cream intensifies the flavor, but vanilla or Neapolitan work too.
- Club soda: Provides the signature fizz — seltzer or sparkling mineral water are great substitutes.
- Whipped cream: A must-have topping for an authentic presentation.
- Cherries or sprinkles: Optional but festive finishing touches.
Steps to Make Chocolate Ice Cream Soda
- Mix the base: Divide the chocolate syrup and milk between two tall glasses and stir until combined.
- Add the ice cream: Drop two scoops of chocolate ice cream into each glass.
- Pour the soda: Slowly fill each glass with club soda to create a frothy top.
- Finish and serve: Top with whipped cream and garnish with a cherry or sprinkles. Serve immediately with straws or long spoons.
Tips for the Perfect Ice Cream Soda
- Chill the glasses before assembling to keep the soda extra frosty.
- Pour the soda slowly down the side of the glass to control the foam.
- Use very cold soda for maximum fizz and texture.
- For richer flavor, drizzle extra chocolate syrup over the whipped cream.
Recipe Variations
- Soda: Instead of club soda, use seltzer water, ginger ale, or sparkling mineral water.
- Ice Cream: You can replace all or part of the chocolate ice cream with vanilla or Neapolitan, or this mocha ice cream.
- Strawberry Ice Cream Soda: Swap the chocolate syrup for strawberry syrup and use strawberry or vanilla ice cream.
- Minty Twist: Swap in mint chocolate chip ice cream for a refreshing flavor.
- Coffee Kick: Add a splash of espresso to the mixture for mocha flavor, and use mocha ice cream if you have it.
- For the Adults: Add a splash of coffee liqueur, bourbon, or Irish cream for a boozy twist.
Old-Fashioned Chocolate Ice Cream Soda
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons chocolate syrup
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 scoops chocolate ice cream
- 2 cups club soda
- 2/3 cup whipped cream, or whipped topping
- 2 Maraschino cherries, or sprinkles, for topping
Instructions
- Divide the chocolate syrup and milk between two tall glasses and stir to blend.
- Add 2 scoops of ice cream to each glass.
- Fill the glasses with club soda and top with whipped cream.
- Top with a cherry or sprinkles. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
