Caramel Apple Cider
Indulge in the quintessential flavors of fall with this cozy Caramel Apple Cider recipe! Bursting with warm spices, sweet apple cider, and a rich swirl of caramel sauce, this drink is the perfect companion to chilly evenings. Simmered with a cinnamon stick and cloves for depth and then topped with fluffy whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, each mug feels like an autumnal treat in itself. Ready in just 20 minutes, this crowd-pleasing beverage is perfect for gatherings or a comforting solo indulgence. Garnish with an optional apple slice for a festive touch, and savor the warm, decadent blend of sweetness and spice. Whether for a holiday party or a quiet night in, this caramel apple cider will be your go-to seasonal favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups apple cider
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 3 whole cloves
- 4 tablespoons caramel sauce
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 4 optional apple slices
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider, light brown sugar, cinnamon stick, and whole cloves.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
Once the cider is hot and aromatic (about 10-12 minutes), remove the saucepan from the heat and discard the cinnamon stick and cloves.
Stir in the caramel sauce until it completely dissolves into the cider.
Divide the caramel apple cider evenly among 4 serving mugs.
Top each mug with a generous dollop of whipped cream.
Sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon over the whipped cream for garnish.
Optional: Add a thin apple slice to the rim of each mug for decoration.
Serve immediately and enjoy the warm, cozy flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
960 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.6 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 70 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 367 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 189.0 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 164.7 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 229 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1242 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
