Chef John's Chocolate Egg Cream

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Contrary to the name of this New York City soda fountain classic, chocolate egg creams do not contain any eggs or cream. Along with the chocolate come the simple additions of milk and seltzer water. The magic of this drink is how it produces such a rich, yet refreshing chocolate beverage.

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Prep Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
5 mins
Servings:
1
Yield:
1 serving
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 1 servings

  • 1 ounce chocolate syrup

  • 1 ounce cold milk

  • 8 ounces chilled seltzer water

Directions

  1. Pour chocolate syrup into a large glass. Pour milk on top of chocolate syrup; stir until completely incorporated and smooth, about 30 seconds.

  2. Slowly pour seltzer water into chocolate mixture, stirring constantly. Mixture will foam and bubble. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

93 Calories
1g Fat
20g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 1
Calories 93
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g 1%
Saturated Fat 1g 3%
Cholesterol 2mg 1%
Sodium 40mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 15g
Protein 2g 3%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 47mg 4%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 111mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.