What can I use instead of apple cider in my Caramel Apple Punch?

If you don’t have apple cider on hand, you can use regular apple juice—but expect a milder flavor. To help boost it, stir in a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg.

How do I keep the caramel from separating in the punch?

Whisk the caramel with a small amount of warm cider until smooth, then combine with the rest and add fizzy soda just before serving.

Can I prepare this punch ahead of time?

Yes — mix the base up to 24 hours ahead and keep it chilled. Add the sparkling soda component right before serving.

Is Caramel Apple Punch suitable for kids or a non-alcoholic crowd?

Yes. The basic recipe contains no alcohol, making it perfect for kids or anyone preferring a mocktail.

How do I scale the recipe for a large party crowd?

Multiply each ingredient proportionally by the number of servings you need, keep the base chilled, and add soda in batches to maintain fizz.

Caramel Apple Punch: 5 Amazing Tips for a Truly Irresistible Drink

Description

This Caramel Apple Punch blends rich caramel, crisp apple cider, and gentle spice into an easy party drink you can serve chilled or warm.

Ingredients

Apple cider: 6 cups
Caramel sauce or caramel syrup: 1/2 cup
Ginger ale or sparkling apple cider: 4 cups, chilled
Cinnamon sticks: 2
Fresh apple slices: 1 large apple, thinly sliced
Ground cinnamon or nutmeg: pinch, optional

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Instructions

Pour the apple cider into a large pitcher or glass mixing bowl.
Whisk in the caramel sauce or caramel syrup until it is completely smooth and fully combined with the cider.
Cover and chill the cider caramel base for at least 1 hour so the flavors can meld and the punch is well chilled.
Just before serving, gently stir the base, then pour in the chilled ginger ale or sparkling apple cider and stir slowly to keep the bubbles.
Add the cinnamon sticks and fresh apple slices to the pitcher and sprinkle in a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg if you like extra spice.
Serve the Caramel Apple Punch in glasses over ice, and if desired, rim the glasses with caramel and cinnamon sugar for a dessert like finish.

Notes

Chill the cider caramel base ahead of time for the best flavor and a refreshing temperature.
Whisk the base again before adding ginger ale so the caramel does not settle on the bottom.
Add the carbonated ginger ale or sparkling cider at the very last minute to keep the punch bubbly.
For a warm version, skip the ginger ale and gently heat the cider caramel mixture with the spices until steaming but not boiling.
Garnish each glass with an apple slice and a cinnamon stick to add aroma and a festive look.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Drinks
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 190
Sugar: 37
Sodium: 40
Fat: 2
Saturated Fat: 1.5
Unsaturated Fat: 0.5
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 45
Fiber: 0
Protein: 0
Cholesterol: 5