Imagine the warmth of a cozy winter evening and the laughter of loved ones filling the air as you raise a glass to the magical season. Enter the Gingerbread Apple Cider Mimosa Float—a whimsical concoction where buoyant bubbles of cider meet the earthy kiss of gingerbread, crowned with a cloud-like aquafaba whip. This drink is a serenade of festive flavors, a symphony of cheer in a glass made for the clinking of toasts and the merry twinkling of holiday lights. Whether you're orchestrating a brunch-time ballet or savoring the solitude of a quiet night in, this recipe plays the perfect liquid carol for every occasion.
Quick Sip Facts
Servings: 2 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes
Key Ingredients and Their Benefits
Before diving into the bubbly bliss of preparation, let's talk about the enchanting ingredients that make this drink more than just a beverage—it's a memory in the making.
Whipped Aquafaba - the unsung hero of vegan mixology, provides the ethereal froth that mimics a snowflake's gentle landing. It's not only a clever substitute for egg whites, but also rich in plant-based proteins and free of cholesterol.
Gingerbread Syrup - infuses the drink with a fairy tale of flavors, from spicy ginger to sweet molasses, inviting your senses to a dance of winter wonder.
Sparkling Apple Cider - is like the effervescent laughter of the season, light and crisp, it adds life to our liquid jubilee, ensuring each sip is as lively as a jingle bell's jangle.
Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream - our scoop of creamy delight transforms this drink into a float, harkening back to childhood treats and frosty winter evenings.
Now, let's gather our ingredients with a skip in our step and a spoonful of holiday cheer.
What You'll Need:
1 cup aquafaba (chickpea brine) - where our dairy-free dreams take flight
1/4 cup organic cane sugar - for just a sprinkle of sweetness
1/2 tsp cream of tartar - the secret to keeping our peaks perky
1/2 tsp gingerbread spice mix - because what's a holiday without a hint of spice?
1/4 cup gingerbread syrup - the liquid embodiment of gingerbread houses and holiday warmth
4 cups chilled sparkling apple cider - our playful pool for our float; swap with champagne for spirited sips
2 scoops vegan vanilla ice cream - creamy clouds to cradle our cider
Ground cinnamon, for garnish - a dusting of winter spice
Apple slices, for garnish - a crisp nod to winter orchards
Pro Tip: If you can't locate gingerbread syrup, whisk together some molasses, ground ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg with a bit of water to create your homemade elixir.
Crafting The Perfect Mimosa Float
Chill: Chill your serving glasses in the freezer to keep your sips chilly and snowy.
Whip: Whip the aquafaba, sugar, and cream of tartar into stiff, snowy peaks using an electric mixer—about 6 to 10 minutes. Gently fold in the gingerbread spice mix until well incorporated.
Drizzle: Enchant your glasses with a gingerbread syrup swirl—it's like adorning a holiday tree with tinsel.
Scoop: Nestle a scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream into each chilled chalice.
Pour: Pout the sparkling apple cider with a delicate touch, leaving room for the final flourish of froth.
Float: Top with a dollop of whipped aquafaba, letting it float like a soft winter cloud.
Adorn: Garnish with a dusting of cinnamon and an apple slice at the rim, the perfect accessory for our festive float.
Serve: Serve right away and descend into the layered luxury with a straw and long spoon, navigating the joyful juxtaposition of textures and temperatures.
Closing the Curtain on Our Culinary Celebration
As the final sip is savored and the last laugh shared, your Gingerbread Apple Cider Mimosa Float leaves a sweet echo of joy and comfort, both in your heart and on your palate. Present these beauties on a silver platter, surrounded by twinkling candles and the soft glow of holiday decor. It's an opulent end to a meal or a sparkling overture to an evening of enchantment. With each refreshing frothy sip and creamy, dreamy bite, these floats bring you closer to the heart of the holidays—where every moment is worth cherishing and every glass raised is an ode to joy. Cheers to creating new memories and reveling in the vegan luxury of kindness in a cup!
Celebrate the holidays with Gingerbread Apple Cider Mimosa Floats, a festive vegan beverage that offers a rich taste of winter spices and effervescent apple cider.