Dr Pepper & Cream Soda Tastes Just Like Your Childhood—But 10 Times Better
Updated: Nov. 15, 2023
On your marks—go get your Dr Pepper & Cream Soda. You deserve it.
We’re big fans of Dr Pepper. Last summer, we got a taste of Dark Berry Dr Pepper—which is arguably the best flavor to date, in our humble opinion—and even indulged in Dr Pepper cake, because we just can’t get enough. Last fall, Dr Pepper & Cream Soda graced our taste buds with the flavor that’s guaranteed to have you reminiscing about long-ago afternoons sitting at your favorite soda fountain (even if you’ve never actually done that). If you haven’t had the chance to try it yet, now’s the time!
It’s the New Kid on the Block
Indulge in all 23 flavors of Dr Pepper with a splash of classic cream. Dr Pepper & Cream Soda tastes like a toned-down version of your favorite cola, but you don’t lose out on any flavor. It’s all supplemented by the not-so-subtle sweetness of, well, cream soda.
The drink initially debuted at the 2019 National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) annual trade show, held in Atlanta in early October, where we also got news of Coca-Cola Energy. Dr Pepper & Cream Soda made its second debut on Instagram in 2020, courtesy of @SnackGator. Taste testers everywhere fell head over heels—us included.
Where to Find Dr Pepper & Cream Soda
Dr Pepper & Cream Soda has rolled out at Kroger, Target and Walmart in both regular and diet varieties, and your local Mom n’ Pop grocery store is likely to carry it as well. A 12-pack will only cost you around $5 on Walmart’s website, and you can get a bottled 6-pack from Target for a little less than $4. If you’d rather sniff it out in stores, definitely keep your eyes peeled for it during your next grocery haul.
Try Dr Pepper & Cream Soda in These Soda Pop Recipes!
7UP Pound CakeMy grandmother gave me my first cake recipe—a pound cake using 7UP—which her grandmother had given to her. On top of being delicious, this cake represents family tradition, connection and love. —Marsha Davis, Desert Hot Springs, California
Light and Fluffy WafflesThese melt-in-your-mouth waffles are so tender that you can skip butter and syrup, but why would you want to? —James Schend, Dairy Freed
Pulled Pork Doughnut Hole SlidersThis slider recipe was created by accident when we had a surplus of root beer from a party. Now we can't have barbecue any other way! —Eden Dranger, Los Angeles, California
Cherry Dew DumplingsI’ve never seen a recipe like this one, where filled crescent dough and Mountain Dew are baked together. It’s such a treat. I have to confess, sometimes we eat it for breakfast. —Heidi Swope, Toledo, Ohio
Meat 'n' Potato KabobsThey're summery, but these kabobs really stick to your ribs. A microwave makes quick work of cooking the potatoes, so grilling is done in a flash. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Root Beer Pulled Pork NachosI count on my slow cooker to do the honors when I have a house full of summer guests. Teenagers especially love DIY nachos. Try cola, ginger ale or lemon-lime soda if you’re not into root beer. —James Schend, Dairy Freed
Cola Hot WingsThese delectable wings are so easy to make, and they offer year-round versatility, from summer cookouts to autumn tailgates. My husband likes them so much he'll stand out in the snow to grill them! —Lisa Linville, Randolph, Nebraska
Jim's Secret Family Recipe RibsFor more than 30 years, my brother-in-law Jim kept his famous rib recipe a secret. When he finally shared it, we just had to pass it along because we loved it so much. This one's for you, Jim! —Vicki Young, Brighton, Colorado
Root Beer BratsHere's an easy recipe that's versatile, too. Serve the saucy brats over rice for one meal and have them on buns the next. For extra punch, add a splash of root beer concentrate to the sauce. —Pam Thompson, Girard, Illinois
Coke CakeI get a great response every time I serve this cake, and it seems like I'm forever sharing the recipe! Folks are always curious about the ingredients, and when I tell them the cake has cola in it, they are really surprised. The unusual combination of ingredients makes it moist and delicious. —Anna Baker, Blaine, Washington
Sparkling OrangesWe were living in Texas when I found the recipe for this simple yet elegant salad. I was thrilled— we had a surplus of fresh oranges! All you do at the last minute is garnish and serve. —Janie Bush, Weskan, Kansas
Tender Barbecued ChickenAfter a long day at work, a slow-cooked meal is a great help. One of my family's favorites is this moist slow-simmered chicken. For an appealing look, choose a darker brown barbecue sauce. —Jacqueline Blanton, Gaffney, South Carolina
Slow-Cooked Pork BarbecueYou need only five ingredients to fix this sweet and tender pork for sandwiches. Feel free to adjust the sauce ingredients to suit your family's tastes. —Connie Johnson, Springfield, Missouri
Sparkling Fruit SaladPineapple chunks, mandarin oranges, strawberries and grapes are treated to a dressing of wine and sparkling club soda in this delightful salad. Serve in dessert dishes or set the whole bowl on the table for a fetching presentation. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Apple Dumpling BakeI received this recipe for baked apple dumplings with Mountain Dew from a friend of mine, then tweaked it to suit my family's tastes. The soda is definitely the secret ingredient in this rich apple dessert. —Chris Shields, Monrovia, Indiana
Shredded Beef SandwichesCola is the secret ingredient in this delicious slow-cooked beef. Coated with a well-seasoned sauce, the tender meat gets its zip from chili powder and cayenne pepper. —Marie Basinger of Connellsville, Pennsylvania
Pistachio Cake with WalnutsIt didn't take long for this cake from the 1970s to become the favorite birthday cake of my husband, Joe. —Patty LaNoue Stearns, Traverse City, Michigan
Root Beer Pulled Pork SandwichesMy husband is a huge fan of pulled pork sandwiches, so my sister shared this incredibly easy recipe with me. At potlucks and family dinners, nobody can get enough of this root beer-braised version. —Carolyn Palm, Radcliff, Kentucky
Barbecue Pork Tacos with Apple SlawWe celebrate taco Tuesdays, so I keep things interesting by switching up the varieties. These pork tacos are super simple to make. —Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California
Dad’s Cola BurgersBefore you hand out the drinks, save a little soda to make these delectable burgers. Cola—used in the meat mixture and brushed on during cooking—really sparks the flavor and takes this favorite to a whole new level. —Emily Nelson, Green Bay, Wisconsin. You can even try these off-brand sodas.
Pistachio and Coconut CakeThis coconut cake is good any time of the year, but the color is perfect for St. Patrick's Day. The secret is adding instant pistachio pudding mix into the cake mix and the frosting. —Dora May Meredith, Rockford, Illinois
Originally Published: March 05, 2021
