Description
Homemade caramel apple cider float brings classic autumn flavors together in one delightful dessert drink. Sweet cinnamon notes blend perfectly with rich caramel and smooth vanilla ice cream, creating a comforting seasonal treat you’ll want to savor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (473 ml) apple cider
- 4 scoops vanilla ice cream
- 4 scoops cinnamon ice cream (optional)
- ¼ cup (60 ml) caramel sauce
- 1 cup (237 ml) sparkling water or ginger ale (optional)
- whipped cream (optional)
- cinnamon sugar or ground cinnamon (for garnish)
Instructions
- Caramel Preparation: Artfully coat the interior of two tall glasses with a swirl of caramel sauce, creating an enticing visual pattern along the walls.
- Ice Cream Integration: Gently nestle two scoops of vanilla ice cream into each caramel-lined glass, allowing them to rest against the golden-streaked surfaces.
- Liquid Fusion: Cascade chilled apple cider over the ice cream, incorporating a splash of sparkling water or ginger ale to enhance the drink’s effervescence and create a layered sensory experience.
- Finishing Touches: Drizzle additional caramel sauce across the float, then crown with a fluffy whipped cream topping and a delicate sprinkle of cinnamon sugar for an aromatic and visually appealing finale.
- Serving Suggestion: Present the caramel apple cider float immediately, equipping guests with both a spoon and straw to fully enjoy the multi-textural dessert beverage’s creamy and refreshing elements.
Notes
- Caramel Coating Technique: Warm the caramel sauce slightly to create smoother, more even glass coverage and prevent clumping.
- Temperature Balance: Chill glasses beforehand to prevent rapid ice cream melting and maintain the float’s structured layers.
- Flavor Enhancement: Use high-quality, fresh apple cider and premium vanilla ice cream for richer, more complex taste profiles.
- Customization Options: Swap vanilla ice cream with cinnamon or salted caramel ice cream for alternative flavor dimensions, or use dairy-free alternatives for vegan adaptations.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Desserts
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 40 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg