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5.0 from 18 votes

Caramel Apple Cider Floats

Whether you're entertaining or relaxing, this recipe hits the spot.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup ginger ale
  • ½ cup apple cider
  • 1-2 scoops vanilla ice cream
  • Caramel sauce for drizzling (see note)

Instructions

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  1. In a large glass, combine the ginger ale and apple cider. Drop in one or two scoops of vanilla ice cream. Sprinkle with nutmeg and cinnamon and drizzle with caramel sauce. Serve immediately!

Notes

  • Apple Cider: if at all possible, try to find freshly pressed apple cider, the "real" stuff - it should be dark and murky and absolutely beautiful, not the clear liquid that basically looks like apple juice. It's usually around only in the fall season and you can often find it at local orchards (or great grocery stores). Use the clear stuff in a pinch but the deep apple flavor won't be quite as strong.
  • Chilling the Glasses: also, I like to chill the glasses in the freezer for about 15-20 minutes beforehand. It helps keep the float nice and chilly.
  • Caramel Sauce: storebought caramel sauce works, but I like to use this divine caramel sauce or the simple version from this recipe.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Float Calories 137kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 1mg (0%) Sodium 22mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 32g (64%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 Float
Calories 137kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 22mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 32g 64%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.