Description
A refreshing and cozy Apple Cider Float combining creamy vanilla bean ice cream with cold apple cider, garnished with aromatic spices and fresh apple slices for a delightful treat perfect for any season.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Vanilla Bean Ice Cream (8 ounces)
- 1 cup Cold Apple Cider or sparkling apple cider
Garnishes
- Cinnamon Sugar (optional garnish)
- Red Apple Slices
- Cinnamon Stick
- Whole Star Anise
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass: Place the vanilla bean ice cream into a tall glass until about two-thirds full to create a creamy base for the float.
- Add Apple Cider: Slowly pour the cold apple cider or sparkling apple cider over the ice cream, especially if sparkling, to carefully manage the bubbles and avoid overflow.
- Garnish: Decorate the float by fanning out several thin slices of red apple and securing them with a cocktail pick. Add a cinnamon stick and whole star anise, then sprinkle cinnamon sugar around the glass and on top for extra flavor and visual appeal.
- Serve: Serve the Apple Cider Float immediately to enjoy the perfect texture and refreshing combination of flavors.
Notes
- Do not store the float once assembled; serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
- You can prepare the garnishes and chill the apple cider and glasses ahead of time, but assemble the float just before serving.
- To create an apple fan, slice several thin, even apple slices, stack them, fan out the top, and secure with a cocktail pick for an elegant presentation.
- Use longer cinnamon sticks for tall glasses and shorter ones for smaller cups to suit the serving size.
- Choose between regular or sparkling apple cider based on your preference; sparkling adds bubbles while regular cider offers a smoother texture.
- For an adult twist, add a splash of spiced rum, bourbon, or Fireball before pouring in the cider.
- Enhance the float with whipped cream, caramel drizzle, a pinch of nutmeg, or a mini donut on top for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
