Spice your dysphagia diet up with this seasonal thickened cocktail! Using just 6 ingredients, this hot thickened drink includes all the flavors of fall and can be prepared in just minutes. Thick & Easy® Apple Juice and Thick & Easy® Clear Instant Food & Beverage Thickener help make this cocktail safe for those with swallowing difficulties. Versions available for both IDDSI Levels 2 & 3!
Ingredients
| 1 Serving | 6 Serving | 12 Serving | |
|---|---|---|---|
| THICK & EASY® Clear Thickened Apple Juice – Nectar – IDDSI Level 2* Item: 28876 |
1/2 cup | 3 cups | 6 cups |
| Caramel syrup | 1 1/2 Tbsp | 1 cup | 2 cups |
| Apple brandy or Schnapps** | 2 Tbsp | 3/4 cup | 1 1/2 cups |
| THICK & EASY® Clear Food & Beverage Thickener – Bulk Item: 25544 |
1/2 scoop | 3 scoops | 6 scoops |
| Whipped cream, for garnish | 2 Tbsp | 3/4 cup | 1 1/2 cups |
| Caramel syrup (additional, for garnish) | As desired | As desired | As desired |
RECIPE NOTES:
*Honey (Level 3) consistency of THICK & EASY® Thickened Apple Juice may be used in place of Nectar (Level 2) consistency. Adjust the amount of THICK & EASY® Clear Instant Food & Beverage Thickener for Honey (Level 3) consistency.
**For a non-alcoholic version, omit brandy or schnapps and THICK & EASY® Clear Instant Thickener.
How to Prepare
- Heat Thick & Easy® Thickened Apple Juice until hot. (Do not boil).
- Stir in caramel syrup
- Add Thick & Easy® Clear Instant Food & Beverage Thickener to brandy or schnapps and stir vigorously or shake in sealed container until thickener powder is dissolved. (NOTE: Alcohol may take longer to thicken to the appropriate consistency than other beverages. Allow extra time when thickening.)
- Add thickened alcohol to apple juice and stir.
- Garnish with whipped topping and and a drizzle of caramel syrup, if desired.
Nutrition Information
Serving Size: 5-6 fl oz
Calories: 270
Total Fat: 1.5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: <0.5mg
Sodium: 135mg
Total Carbs: 48g
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Total Sugars: 37g
Protein: <1g
Vitamin D: 0% DV
Calcium: 20% DV
Iron: 0% DV
Potassium: 2% DV