Mulled Apple Cold Brew with Spiced Caramel

A refreshing cold brew with sweet apple and warm spices, topped with homemade caramel

Looking for a fall-inspired twist on your cold brew? This Mulled Apple Cold Brew combines smooth coffee with sweet apple and cozy spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, all topped with a homemade spiced caramel that'll make your taste buds dance!

This drink is super simple to whip up at home. Start with your favorite medium-dark roast cold brew coffee, add our easy apple spice mixture, and drizzle with warm spiced caramel sauce. Perfect for those crisp autumn mornings or as an afternoon pick-me-up.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Get ready to fall in love with this seasonal coffee treat!

Perfect blend of cold brew coffee and fall flavors
Make ahead friendly - prep the cold brew and caramel in advance
Customizable sweetness levels
Instagram-worthy presentation with caramel drizzle

Mulled Apple Cold Brew with Spiced Caramel

A refreshing cold brew with sweet apple and warm spices, topped with homemade caramel

Cold Brew Coffee, Spiced Caramel, Apple Coffee, Fall Coffee Drinks, Iced Coffee

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Equipment

Large jar for cold brew
Fine-mesh sieve
Cheesecloth
Saucepan
Wooden spoon
Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

4 cups coarsely ground medium-dark roast coffee
4 cups cold water
1 cup fresh apple juice
2 cinnamon sticks
4 whole cloves
1 star anise
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Pinch of salt

Instructions

**For the cold brew:** Combine ground coffee with cold water in a large jar. Steep for 16-18 hours in the refrigerator.
Strain the cold brew through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth.
**For the spiced apple mixture:** Simmer apple juice with cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise for 10 minutes. Cool completely.
**For the spiced caramel:** Heat sugar and water in a saucepan until amber colored. Add cream carefully, then stir in spices and salt.
**To assemble:** Combine cold brew with spiced apple mixture. Serve over ice and drizzle with spiced caramel.

Pro Tips

Cold brew your coffee for 16-18 hours for the smoothest taste
Warm the caramel sauce slightly before drizzling for better consistency
Use fresh apple juice or cider for the best flavor
Store leftover spiced caramel in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks

Calories: 285kcal, Carbohydrates: 45g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Cholesterol: 41mg, Sodium: 89mg, Potassium: 201mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 44g, Calcium: 36mg, Iron: 0.5mg

Iced

Beverage

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American