Description
A refreshing and easy-to-make Apple Cider Float combining creamy vanilla bean ice cream with crisp apple cider, garnished with warm spices for a delightful autumn-inspired treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Float Base
- 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, filling it about two-thirds of the way full to create a creamy base.
- Add the Apple Cider: Slowly pour the cold apple cider or sparkling apple cider over the ice cream, watching gently as the bubbles form if using sparkling cider.
- Garnish: Decorate your float with a fan of red apple slices, a cinnamon stick, a whole star anise, and optionally sprinkle cinnamon sugar along the side and top of the glass for a spiced finish.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve your apple cider float immediately to enjoy the perfect blend of creamy, fizzy, and spiced flavors.
Notes
- Use sparkling apple cider for a fizzy and festive version.
- Adjust the amount of ice cream or cider based on glass size and preferred creaminess.
- Cinnamon sugar adds a sweet spicy touch but is optional.
- This treat is best served fresh to enjoy the contrast of cold ice cream and crisp cider.
