Apple Cider Float Ice Cream
A delightful dessert that combines the warm flavors of spiced apple cider with the creamy sweetness of ice cream, perfect for cozy autumn evenings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups apple cider
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream (or cinnamon/caramel)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon cloves (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium pot, combine the apple cider, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Heat over medium heat until just simmering (about 5–7 minutes).
- Scoop the ice cream into tall glasses or bowls, about ½ cup per serving.
- After the cider has simmered, take it off the heat and strain if desired. Pour the warm cider over the ice cream in the prepared vessels.
- If desired, sprinkle extra ground cinnamon and nutmeg over the top. Add whipped cream or caramel drizzle for extra flair.
- Serve immediately with a spoon and enjoy while the ice cream melts into the cider.
Notes
Experiment with various ice cream flavors or spices to personalize your float. Leftover cider can be stored in the refrigerator for 3–5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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