Printable Recipe: Hot Caramel Apple Cider Punch Recipe

Hot Caramel Apple Cider Punch

There's nothing like the taste of a caramel apple (which we have a great recipe for here) to make you think of Halloween. And I can't think of any Halloween punch recipes that'll warm you up quite like a hot cup of apple cider on a cold October evening. This recipe serves 10-15, depending on whether or not you add the optional booze. Even better, make one batch for the kiddos, and a spiked batch for the grown-ups.

Looking for a cooler, more elegant adults-only version of this drink? You'll love our Cinnamon Caramel Apple Martini recipe.

Ingredients:
1 gallon apple cider
2 C. caramel sauce
1 1/2 tbsp. vanilla extract
Rum, brandy, or apple brandy (optional, to taste)

Instructions: 1. In a large, non-reactive pan (or in the crock pot), combine apple cider, caramel, and vanilla.

2. Heat over medium, stirring, until the cider is hot and the caramel is incorporated.

3. Drink as is or add rum, brandy, or apply brandy to taste. The booze can either be added to the whole batch (heat gently, but don't allow it to boil), or you can simply add a shot of booze to each adult's mug before serving.