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Caramel Apple Cider Float Recipe

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  • Author: Molly Yeh
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and festive fall treat, this Caramel Apple Cider Float combines the rich flavors of apple cider and caramel with creamy vanilla ice cream for a sweet and refreshing dessert beverage.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups apple cider
  • 4 scoops vanilla ice cream
  • 1/4 cup caramel sauce, plus extra for drizzling
  • Whipped cream (optional)
  • Ground cinnamon or cinnamon sticks for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Warm the apple cider in a small saucepan over medium heat until just hot but not boiling.
  2. Place 1-2 scoops of vanilla ice cream into each serving glass.
  3. Pour warm apple cider over the ice cream in each glass.
  4. Drizzle caramel sauce over the top.
  5. Top with whipped cream if desired and garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or a cinnamon stick.
  6. Serve immediately with a spoon and straw.

Notes

  • For a chilled version, use cold cider instead of warm.
  • Use dairy-free ice cream for a vegan option.
  • You can add a splash of bourbon for an adult twist.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 float
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 38g
  • Sodium: 110mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg