Creamy vanilla ice cream and apple cider come together for these fun Apple Cider Floats. These make a fun dessert that the whole family is sure to enjoy.
Full of apple flavor and creamy goodness, these delicious apple cider floats are a great way to celebrate the arrival of fall.
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Why You Will Love This Recipe
Taste. The classic pairing of apples and ice cream come together in a fun and festive float recipe with all the flavors or fall.
Easy Recipe. This recipe can be made in about 5 minutes with just a few simple ingredients from your grocery store. It is the perfect fall treat to enjoy after a day at the apple orchard.
Refreshing. These cold dessert drinks are refreshing and a great treat for warm fall days. They make for a fun dessert any time of year and the perfect way to celebrate apple season.
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Ingredients
- vanilla bean ice cream
- fizzy ginger ale
- fresh apple cider
- caramel sauce or caramel syrup
- whipped cream, optional
See recipe card for quantities.
How to make Apple Cider Ice Cream Floats
Step 1 - Add a scoop of ice cream to the cup.
Step 2 - Add apple cider.
Step 3 - Add ginger ale
Step 4 - top with whipped cream and caramel sauce.
Add a straw and a cinnamon stick for garnish and serve.
Substitutions & Variations
- caramel apple cider floats- instead of i
- apple juice - in a pinch, you can use apple juice instead of cider
- additional toppings- you can add other toppings to the whipped cream such as chopped nuts, maraschino cherries, or sprinkles on top.
- less sugar - To reduce sugar, you can use reduced-sugar ice cream, or use sparkling water with natural fruit flavors to reduce the calorie and sugar content.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with some whipped cream and a sprinkle of apple pie spice or cinnamon sugar. You can also add a maraschino cherry or a cinnamon stick.
Timesaving and Helpful Tips
- Be sure to use a creamy ice cream. Soften the ice cream slightly before scooping to make it easier to work with when preparing.
- Freeze the glasses ahead of time so that they stay cold when serving.
- To Make Ahead, scoop the ice cream into glasses and store them in the freezer until ready to serve. Pour soda over the ice cream just before serving to maintain the fizzy texture.
Storage
Store leftover cider and ginger ale in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Store leftover ice cream in the freezer.
Recipe FAQs
Yes but remember the choice of ice cream will influence the overall taste of the float
To prevent excessive fizzing, start by adding a small amount of soda to the glass, then slowly add the ice cream, and finally, gently pour in more soda. The key is to pour slowly to control the fizz.
Yes, You can use dairy-free or vegan ice cream made from almond, coconut, soy, or oat milk
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📖 Recipe
Apple Cider Floats
Ingredients
- 3 scoops vanilla ice cream
- ¾ cup Apple Cider
- 3/4/ cup Ginger Ale
- Whipped cream for topping
- Caramel sauce for topping
- Cinnamon sticks for garnish optional
Instructions
- To your glass, add 3 scoops of ice cream.
- Fill the glass halfway with apple cider and top off with ginger ale.
- If desired, top with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Notes
- Be sure to use a creamy ice cream. Soften the ice cream slightly before scooping to make it easier to work with when preparing.
- You can serve these in mason jars or float glasses.
- Freeze the glasses ahead of time so that they stay cold when serving.
- To Make Ahead, scoop the ice cream into glasses and store them in the freezer until ready to serve. Pour soda over the ice cream just before serving to maintain the fizzy texture.
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Tamara
SOO gorgeous. This is late summer/early fall at its finest.
Maria Bonacci
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Laurie Cover
These look so fun and seasonal!
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Have a wonderful week!
Laurie