Spiced Caramel Apple Cider
Enjoy this spiced caramel apple cider topped with whipped cream and caramel. This copycat Starbucks spiced hot apple cider recipe uses a homemade cinnamon syrup and makes two servings. No need to spend those extra dollars for Caramel Apple Spice when you can make it at home.
When the leaves begin to fall, we start looking for hot drinks to sip while enjoying Fall activities. We do love Pumpkin Spice but our true love is apple drinks like this copycat version of Starbucks spiced apple cider. You don’t have to leave your house to enjoy a Starbucks hot apple cider with this flavorful recipe and it doesn’t break the bank. Treating yourself with these themed drinks at your local coffee house can be expensive so making them at home is a smart solution.
Looking for the perfect drink to accompany your cozy nights in this fall? Look no further than this spiced caramel apple cider recipe! Easy to make and oh so tasty. We make a homemade cinnamon syrup and heat it with apple juice to make a warm spiced apple cider. Then we added plenty of caramel sauce and topped this (copycat) Starbucks spiced apple cider with whipped topping, even more caramel then sprinkled it with cinnamon.
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Summon the spirit of fall with your very own copycat Starbucks spiced caramel apple cider. This cozy treat, infused with homemade cinnamon syrup, and topped with whipped cream, caramel drizzle and a sprinkle of cinnamon, delivers the perfect blend of sweetness and spice. Best of all, it’s so easy to make, you don’t even need to leave your house! So, why not save those extra dollars and treat yourself to a deliciously warm and satisfying autumn drink.
🥣 Recipe Tips
- Make Extra Cinnamon Syrup: The recipe yields more syrup than needed for two servings, so prepare the full batch and store leftovers in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to two weeks. This way, you can quickly whip up additional spiced apple cider or use it in coffee, cocktails, or baked goods for extra fall flavor.
- Choose High-Quality Apple Juice: Opt for 100% pure apple juice or unfiltered apple cider without added sugars for the best natural sweetness and depth. Fresh-pressed varieties enhance the authentic apple taste, making your homemade version even closer to (or better than) the Starbucks original.
- Serve Immediately for Optimal Texture: Pour the hot spiced cider into caramel-drizzled cups right after heating to prevent cooling, and add whipped cream and toppings just before serving. This keeps the drink warm, the caramel gooey, and the whipped cream from melting too quickly, ensuring a cozy, indulgent experience.
Spiced Caramel Apple Cider Recipe:
Ingredients for the Cinnamon Syrup:
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 cinnamon sticks
Ingredients for the Drink:
- 2 cups apple juice
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon syrup
- Caramel sauce
- Whipped cream
- Cinnamon, optional
Equipment Needed:
- Small Saucepan
- Two Clear Glass Coffee Cups
How to make this Hot Apple Cider:
Spice things up this fall with a cup of spiced caramel apple cider! The perfect blend of sweetness and warmth, guaranteed to satisfy your autumn cravings.
Start the spiced caramel apple cider by making the cinnamon syrup. Add the water, sugar, and cinnamon sticks in a small saucepan and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Heat the ingredients over medium heat, bringing the liquid to a simmer. Continue simmering for five minutes, stirring often.
Remove the cinnamon sticks from the pot and transfer the cinnamon syrup to a jar or other container.
Combine the apple juice with two tablespoons of the cinnamon syrup in a small saucepan. Heat this spiced apple cider, over medium low heat until the juice begins to simmer.
Drizzle caramel syrup around the sides of two clear glass coffee cups, allowing some to puddle in the bottom.
Pour the hot spiced apple cider into the caramel drizzled clear cups.
Top with whipped cream and drizzle more caramel syrup on top before serving.
Add a little sprinkle of cinnamon on top to make it even more special.
Bring the scent of fall right into your kitchen with this delightful spiced caramel apple cider! 🍁🍎Forget pumpkin spice, it’s all about spiced caramel apple cider this season! Warm, inviting and full of flavor, it’s the perfect accompaniment to those cozy nights in. Indulge in this cozy and delicious drink that will have you feeling warm and fuzzy inside. Happy Fall Y’all!!
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🥣 Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
Ingredients for the Cinnamon Syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 cinnamon sticks
Ingredients for the Drink:
- 2 cups apple juice
- 2 Tablespoons Cinnamon Syrup
- Caramel sauce
- Whipped cream
- Cinnamon optional
Instructions
- Start the spiced caramel apple cider by making the cinnamon syrup. Add the water, sugar, and cinnamon sticks in a small saucepan and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Heat the ingredients over medium heat, bringing the liquid to a simmer. Continue simmering for five minutes, stirring often.
- Remove the cinnamon sticks from the pot and transfer the cinnamon syrup to a jar or other container.
- Combine the apple juice with two tablespoons of the cinnamon syrup in a small saucepan. Heat this spiced apple cider, over medium low heat until the juice begins to simmer.
- Drizzle caramel syrup around the sides of two clear glass coffee cups, allowing some to puddle in the bottom.
- Divide and pour the hot spiced apple cider between the caramel drizzled clear cups.
- Top with whipped cream and drizzle more caramel syrup on top before serving. Also you can sprinkle cinnamon on top.
- Serve Immediately
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