Caramel Apple Cider Recipe (Starbucks Copycat)
Caramel Apple Cider is a cozy blend of sweet caramel and crisp apple, perfect for warming up chilly days with rich, comforting flavor.
Ingredients
- 12 oz apple cider
- 1 tbsp cinnamon syrup
- 1 tbsp caramel sauce
- whipped cream, for topping
Instructions
- Gently heat the apple juice: Pour 1 cup of apple juice into a small saucepan and warm it over medium heat until it begins to gently simmer.
- Add Cinnamon Syrup: Pour the warm apple juice into a large mug. Add 1 tablespoon of homemade cinnamon syrup, adjusting the amount to suit your taste.
- Top with Whipped Cream: Top off the cider with a hearty spoonful of freshly whipped cream.
- Drizzle with Caramel: Pour 1 tablespoon of homemade caramel sauce over the whipped cream in a light drizzle.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy while hot and cozy!
Notes
To make about 2 cups of whipped cream, beat 1 cup of chilled heavy cream on medium speed until soft peaks begin to form. Add ¼ cup sifted powdered sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract, then beat until soft peaks form—don’t overwhip. Store in the fridge up to 24 hours. This amount tops 4–6 servings, so adjust as needed.
Hosting? Set Up a Caramel Apple Cider Station: Warm apple juice or cider in a slow cooker, stirring in 1 tablespoon of cinnamon syrup for every 12 ounces of liquid. Serve in mugs alongside a bowl of whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce. Bring a festive flair to your treats by adding cinnamon sticks or a hint of nutmeg!
