Caramel Apple Cider

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(I can't manage to leave this drink alone long enough to take a picture.)

             
If you are a Starbucks fan, you have probably seen their Hot Apple Spice drink that is usually featured during the Fall and Winter. Well, since we don't drink coffee (anymore) or Tea (anymore) or anything else for that matter...I was searching for something warm and yummy besides hot cocoa. This drink is to die for. But a warning...it is highly addictive. Like...I don't care if all my calories from one day come from this drink, addictive. ;) To be truly authentic, you need to pick up some Cinnamon Dolce syrup from your nearest Starbucks store. Depending on where you live and whether your particular Starbucks has plenty to spare, depends on the cost.  I have found it anywhere between $6-$8.

Here's what you need:

Apple Cider

Canned whip cream or cool whip

Caramel Ice Cream topping - I make my own from scratch, but store bought is fine, too.

Cinnamon Dolce Syrup from Starbucks

Put a couple of teaspoons of Cinnamon syrup in the bottom of a mug. Add Cider, leaving about 1 1/2 inches headspace at top of mug. Heat in microwave - length of time depends on mug size and on how hot you like your drinks. I'm a wimp. I like mine barely warm or it burns my mouth. Hubby likes his almost boiling.

Top with whipped cream or cool whip.

Drizzle with caramel.

Prepare to fall in love.