Description
A warm, nostalgic autumn dessert drink made with spiced apple cider, homemade caramel sauce, and vanilla bean ice cream. It’s a quick, easy, and festive treat that captures the essence of fall.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2–3 cups apple cider
- 4–6 scoops vanilla bean ice cream
- 2–3 cinnamon sticks (optional)
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Apple chips (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the apple cider in a saucepan or microwave until steaming but not boiling. Add cinnamon sticks if using, and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and whisk constantly until the mixture becomes a smooth, glossy sauce (about 2-3 minutes).
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream while whisking vigorously. The sauce will bubble up; continue whisking until smooth and slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in the salt.
- Scoop 2-3 scoops of vanilla bean ice cream into mugs or heat-safe glasses.
- Pour the warm apple cider over the ice cream.
- Drizzle the warm caramel sauce generously over the top.
- Garnish with whipped cream, a cinnamon stick, and apple chips if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure the heavy cream is at room temperature to prevent the caramel from seizing. Do not boil the apple cider to preserve its fresh flavor. The caramel sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug/glass
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 55
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 65
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 6
Keywords: fall dessert, apple cider float, caramel sauce, autumn drink, easy dessert, seasonal recipe, vanilla ice cream