Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
- 2 cups vanilla ice milk
- 1/2 cup club soda
- 1 apple, thinly sliced
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Cinnamon (optional)
Special equipment needed:
- Blender
- Tall glasses
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a blender, combine apple cider and caramel sauce. Blend until smooth.
2. Add vanilla ice milk and blend until well combined.
3. Pour mixture into tall glasses, filling each glass about 3/4 full.
4. Top each glass with club soda.
5. Add thinly sliced apple on top of each glass.
6. Optional: top with whipped cream and sprinkle with cinnamon.
7. Serve immediately.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 0 minutes
Temperature:
Serve chilled.
Serving size:
This recipe makes 2 servings.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Protein: 6g
- Sugar: 60g
- Sodium: 220mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Apple cider can be substituted with apple juice or apple soda.
- Vanilla ice milk can be substituted with vanilla ice cream or vanilla frozen yogurt.
- Club soda can be substituted with lemon-lime soda or ginger ale.
Variations:
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or allspice for a spiced flavor.
- Use pumpkin spice instead of cinnamon for a fall twist.
- Add a shot of caramel vodka for an adult version.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to blend the apple cider and caramel sauce well to avoid any lumps.
- Use a tall glass to allow room for the club soda.
- For a thicker consistency, use less club soda.
Storage instructions:
This recipe is best served fresh and should not be stored.
Reheating instructions:
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Presentation ideas:
Serve in a tall glass with a straw and apple slice on top.
Garnishes:
Whipped cream and cinnamon.
Pairings:
This recipe pairs well with apple pie or cinnamon sugar donuts.
Suggested side dishes:
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Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too thin, add more ice milk.
- If the mixture is too thick, add more club soda.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use pasteurized apple cider and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Food history:
The ice milk float originated in the early 1900s and was a popular dessert in soda fountains.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, creamy, and refreshing.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dessert or a sweet treat on a hot day.
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Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Caramelized, Fruity