Description
Warm up with this indulgently creamy caramel apple cider, a perfect fall treat combining sweet apple cider with rich caramel and a touch of creamy whipped topping. It’s easy to make and beautifully garnished with cinnamon sticks and a drizzle of caramel.
Ingredients
Scale
Drink Ingredients
- 4 cups apple cider
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce, plus more for drizzle garnish on top
- 1/8 cup heavy whipping cream
Garnishes
- 1 can of whipped topping
- Ground cinnamon, optional
- Cinnamon sticks, optional
Instructions
- Heat the apple cider. Pour 4 cups of apple cider into a medium saucepan and warm over medium heat until hot but not boiling, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add caramel and cream. Stir in 1/2 cup caramel sauce and 1/8 cup heavy whipping cream into the hot cider until fully combined and smooth.
- Prepare serving cups. Pour the creamy caramel apple cider into mugs or heatproof glasses.
- Top with whipped topping. Generously add a swirl of whipped topping to each serving for a creamy finish.
- Garnish and serve. Drizzle additional caramel sauce on top and optionally sprinkle with ground cinnamon and add a cinnamon stick for garnish. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- For a richer taste, use homemade caramel sauce or high-quality store-bought caramel.
- Adjust the amount of caramel and cream to your preference for sweetness and creaminess.
- This drink is best enjoyed warm and fresh.
- Can be easily doubled or tripled for larger gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg