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All the best fall flavors come together in this homemade caramel apple cider drink that’s perfect for fall and holiday get togethers.
Calling All Caramel Apple Lovers!
What better way to celebrate fall than with a warm glass of caramel apple cider?
Some people call this drink caramel apple spice because it tastes a lot like the one from Starbucks! We used regular apple cider and added caramel syrup (the kind you mix with drinks), lemon juice, and pumpkin spice, then topped it with whipped cream and caramel syrup topping (the thicker kind you put on ice cream). The result is a Caramel Apple in a cup!
Did we mention it has caramel?! You can tell that’s our FAVORITE part! This cider is so easy to make (under 30 minutes) and is perfect for fall events – like Halloween!!
WHY WE LOVE IT:
- Just a few ingredients. You only need 4 ingredients (not including the topping) for this flavor-packed holiday drink!
- A breeze to make. There are only 3 simple steps and it’s ready to enjoy in under 30 minutes!
- Perfect for events. It’s so easy to make a double or triple batch and can easily be kept warm in a crockpot – a great party drink!
Ingredients
PREP TIME: 5 minutes
COOK TIME: 20 minutes
- 8 cups apple juice, or apple cider
- ½ cup caramel syrup – thin caramel sweetener used in beverages
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice – fresh lemon juice or bottled
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice – store-bought or homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice, or cinnamon
- whipped cream – store-bought Cool Whip or Homemade Whipped Cream
- caramel sauce topping – store-bought caramel sauce or Homemade Caramel Sauce
- optional garnish – cinnamon sticks, sprinkle with pumpkin spice or ground cinnamon
How to Make Caramel Apple Cider
- COMBINE. Pour 8 cups regular apple juice into a large pot and add ½ cup caramel syrup, 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice, and 3 tablespoons lemon juice.
- HEAT. Cook on medium heat for about 20 minutes, stirring frequently.
- SERVE. Once hot, pour it into mugs, add a dollop of whipped cream on top of each drink, and add a drizzle of caramel sauce.
- Keep the cider in the crock pot for up to 4 hours on the warm setting.
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Caramel Apple Cider
Ingredients
- 8 cups apple juice, or apple cider
- ½ cup caramel syrup
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, or cinnamon
- whipped cream
- caramel syrup topping
Instructions
- Combine apple juice, caramel syrup, lemon juice, and pumpkin spice in a large pot.
- Cook on medium heat for 20 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Pour into cups and top with whipped cream and caramel syrup.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
Store leftover cider in an airtight container in the fridge for about a week or freeze for 3-4 months.
This recipe is my go-to holiday drink! So easy and better than store bought 🙌🏻
This is one of my favorite fall drinks. I love the flavor and so easy to make on those cold nights.
Really easy recipe with an amazing result. I almost like how great is makes them house smell more than drinking it.
The yummiest drink ever!! I will be drinking this all fall!
This was amazing!! I love the rich and classic caramel and apple combo, this will be my staple fall drink!
Sweet and delicious, just the way I like it! One of my favorites! Delicious! Love how easy it is to recreate this iconic drink! So good! <3
This hits the spot on a cool day! I can’t wait for chilly temps!
A yummy drink that taste as good as it looks!
Hello. Looks amazing.
Can you add rum or Something different to make it an adult beverage ? If so what and how much per serving ? Thanks
You for sure could. I don’t drink, so I wouldn’t know the amount, but really whatever you prefer.
It looks so good! Luckily having a box of apple juice right now, I’m gonna try it. Thank you for sharing the recipe!
You are so welcome!! How did it turn out?