New York Egg Cream Recipe

Indulge in the creamy, dreamy magic of a classic New York Egg Cream! This iconic soda fountain treat, a legacy of Jewish immigrants in NYC, is surprisingly simple to make at home. With just a few ingredients and 5 minutes, you'll be sipping on a cool, refreshing beverage that's both nostalgic and utterly delightful. Get ready for a taste of New York City history!

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 234.6 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for New York Egg Cream

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How to Make New York Egg Cream

  1. In a tall glass, add 2 tablespoons of chocolate syrup.
  2. Pour in 1/2 cup of whole milk.
  3. While gently stirring with a fork, slowly pour in 1/2 cup of chilled club soda until the mixture becomes frothy and creamy. Don't over-stir!
  4. Garnish with a maraschino cherry (optional) and enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

77g

Fat

18g

Carbs

12g