Copycat Starbucks Caramel Apple Cider
Enjoy a cozy autumn treat with this delightful homemade caramel apple cider, reminiscent of Starbucks’ famous version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 12 oz organic apple cider (or apple juice)
- 3 Tbsp organic cinnamon syrup
- Whipped cream, for garnish
- Organic caramel sauce, for garnish
- Ground cinnamon for garnish, if desired
Instructions
- Heat the apple cider: In a medium saucepan, pour your 12 oz of organic apple cider. Place it over medium heat and let it warm for about 5-7 minutes, stirring gently.
- Add the cinnamon syrup: Once the cider is steaming, stir in 3 tablespoons of organic cinnamon syrup and adjust to taste.
- Taste the cider: Grab a spoon to taste and adjust sweetness or spice as needed.
- Serve it up: Carefully pour the warmed cider into mugs, leaving room for whipped cream.
- Garnish with whipped cream and caramel: Scoop a dollop of whipped cream on top and drizzle with caramel sauce, adding cinnamon if desired.
- Enjoy: Inhale the aroma, sip, and share with loved ones or indulge solo.
Notes
Feel free to customize with additives like spiced rum for an adult version or pumpkin puree for a seasonal twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: caramel apple cider, fall recipes, cozy drinks, autumn beverages