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Chocolate Egg Cream

Cultural Context

The Chocolate Egg Cream originated in New York City during the late 19th century, primarily associated with Jewish delis. Despite its name, the drink contains no egg or cream; instead, it features milk, seltzer, and chocolate syrup, creating a frothy, rich beverage. It embodies the spirit of New York's soda fountain culture and has remained a nostalgic favorite, often enjoyed by children and adults alike.

AmericanUSdrink
5 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 to 2 ounces Fox's U-Bet chocolate syrup
1 ounce milk
seltzer water

chocolate syrup

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate syrup

💰Cheaper: homemade chocolate syrup

Dark chocolate syrup has less sugar and more antioxidants.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: whole milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while whole milk is often less expensive.

1

Start with about 1.5 to 2 ounces of Fox's U-Bet chocolate syrup in a tall glass.

2

Add about 1 ounce of milk to the chocolate syrup and mix with a spoon to thin it out.

3

Fill the glass about a third of the way with seltzer water, stirring gently as you pour.

4

Drizzle in more seltzer until the glass is filled, stirring to mix.

5

Ensure the drink has a frothy head that should allow a straw to stand straight up in the glass.

6

Adjust proportions of chocolate syrup and milk to your liking for future servings.

Cooking Techniques

mixing

Equipment Needed

tall glassspoonbendy straw

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Egg Cream

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