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Caramel apple cider served
Refreshing cider with caramel and apple

Caramel Apple Cider

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Drinks
Caramel Apple Cider is an iconic American fall beverage, essentially a liquid, drinkable caramel apple. The acidity of the cider and the slight bitterness of burnt sugar (caramel) complement each other so the drink doesn't become cloying. It can be enjoyed hot or cold.
🕒 Prep Time 5 mins
🍳 Cook Time 10 mins
⌛ Total Time 15 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 220 kcal
🌍 Cuisine American

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Saucepan (for hot) or pitcher (for cold)
  • Whisk

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk (in caramel and cream)

Instructions

1 ✓

Pour the cider or juice into a saucepan and begin to heat.

Tip: Do not boil heavily, just get it steaming hot.
2 ✓

Ladle a small amount of warm cider into a small bowl and whisk the caramel sauce and salt into it until smooth.

Tip: This tempering or pre-dissolving prevents the thick caramel from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
3 ✓

Pour the caramel mixture back into the main saucepan and whisk thoroughly.

Tip: Whisking helps emulsify any fat in the caramel with the juice.
4 ✓

Pour into mugs.

Tip: If topping with whipped cream, drizzle a little extra caramel on top for garnish.

Recipe FAQ

Why is the caramel clumping?
In cold liquid, sugar solubility drops and butter in the caramel hardens. For cold drinks, use a water-based caramel syrup; for hot drinks, rich creamy sauces work fine.

Ingredients

  • 1 quart Apple cider or unfiltered apple juice
  • 1/2 cup Liquid caramel sauce
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1/2 cup Whipped cream (optional)