1 (12 ounce) package frozen unsweetened red raspberries, thawed

3 ounces cream cheese, softened

1/4 tsp. almond extract

1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened

2 (12 ounce) cans or bottles cream soda

Fresh raspberries (optional)

 

In a blender combine the raspberries, cream cheese, almond extract, half the ice cream, and 1/2 C. of the cream soda. Cover and blend until smooth. Divide blended mixture among six tall 16-ounce chilled glasses. Add a scoop of the remaining ice cream to each shake. Top each shake with remaining cream soda. Top shake with fresh raspberries. Serve immediately.