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Apple Cider Float

Cozy Up with an Apple Cider Float This Fall

Experience the warmth of fall with a delightful Apple Cider Float, combining spiced cider and creamy ice cream.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240

Ingredients
  

For the Cider
  • 4 cups fresh, unfiltered apple cider Avoid overly sweet varieties.
For the Ice Cream
  • 2 scoops high-quality vanilla ice cream Opt for creamy contrast.
For Spicing
  • 2 fresh cinnamon sticks For aromatic infusion.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup homemade whipped cream Store-bought can save time.
  • to taste caramel sauce Drizzle generously.
Optional Additions
  • to taste chopped nuts For added texture.
  • to taste apple slices For delightful crunch.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • serving glasses

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, pour in 4 cups of fresh, unfiltered apple cider. Heat over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cider is steaming but not boiling.
  2. While the cider is warming, grab your serving glasses and place them on a stable surface. Scoop two generous scoops of high-quality vanilla ice cream into each glass.
  3. Once the cider is warmed, carefully pour the steaming cider over the scoops of ice cream in each glass.
  4. Add a cinnamon stick in each glass, followed by a generous dollop of homemade whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
  5. Serve the drinks while they are warm, allowing everyone to experience the beautiful contrast between the hot cider and the cold ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1floatCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best experience and ensure the cider is hot but not boiling to maintain creaminess of ice cream.

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