Caramel Snickerdoodle Mocktail
Looking for a festive yet balanced mocktail for the holidays? This Caramel Snickerdoodle Mocktail is made with Torani Sugar-Free Brown Sugar and Cinnamon syrup, packed with 30 grams of protein, cinnamon, light whipped cream, and topped with just a little bite of a snickerdoodle cookie. This cocktail is perfectly paired with Christmas cookies or alone, whilst decking the halls!
Caramel Snickerdoodle Mocktail
The holidays are my favorite time of the year. While this year may be different, there is still so much joy and happiness to be had.
In fact, I am looking forward to an incredibly festive year filled with merriment, delicious food, and amazing mocktails.
Another thing that hasn’t changed is that I am always trying to keep a balance.
So, while I’m baking cookies, I’m going to have a delicious and protein-packed mocktail in hand.
If this sounds like you too, and you are looking to keep a little balance during the holidays and love snickerdoodles, read on!
Last year, we made Hazelnut Protein Iced Mochas and they were a hit!
This year, I think I am going to knock it out of the park with this Caramel Snickerdoodle Mocktail.
Things You Will Need:
- 1/4 cup of turbinado raw sugar and stevia blend (for rimming glasses)
- Cocktail shaker
- 1/2 cup of ice
- 1 bottle of prepared caramel protein shake (160 calories, 1 gram of sugar, and 30 grams of protein)
- Spoon
- 2 plates
- 3 tablespoons of Torani Sugar-Free Brown Sugar Cinnamon Syrup, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, divided
- 1 tall and heavy-based glass
- Cinnamon sticks (to use as straws or garnish)
- Black and white striped straws (optional)
- Whipped cream for garnish
- Soft-baked snickerdoodle cookies, cut into wedges for garnish (optional)
Yields: 1
Can I Use Something Other Than Prepared Protein Shake?
If you can’t find a caramel-flavored protein shake that is ready to drink, you can opt for using 1 cup of milk or vanilla almond milk.
Just add 1 tablespoon of Torani Sugar-Free Caramel Syrup and 2 scoops of vanilla protein powder if you still want a protein boost.
Rim the Glass
On a plate, using a spoon, mix the 1/4 cup of the turbinado sugar/stevia blend with a 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon.
On a separate plate, place 1 tablespoon of the Torani Sugar-Free Brown Sugar Cinnamon Syrup and moisten the rim of the glass with it.
TIP:
Since you are using a shaker for this drink, you can rim your glasses ahead of time and chill them in the fridge without ruining your precise handiwork.
Tilt the glass at a 45-degree angle and slowly and evenly rotate the glass until the rim is coated.
Immediately dip it evenly into the turbinado mix and rotate until it’s completely and evenly coated.
Set aside or place in your fridge to chill.
Mix and Shake
In a shaker cup, add 1/2 cup of ice, the bottle of caramel protein shake (or the alternative), the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon, 2 tablespoons of the Torani Sugar-Free Brown Sugar and Cinnamon syrup.
TIP:
I baked my favorite snickerdoodle recipe, and before they cooled, I cut the cookies into quarters. Then cut a small split on the center of each wedge to prepare for the glass. You don’t need to add a wedge, of course, but you can always sip on your mocktail as you munch on Christmas cookies. Delish, either way!
Secure the lid and shake well for 10-12 seconds.
Pour the mixture into your chilled glass, add in a tall cinnamon stick, top with whipped cream.
If using, finish with a piece of a snickerdoodle wedge.
You can use the cinnamon stick as a straw, my kids had fun with those but, you can skip that and just use a paper straw or straw of your choice.
Caramel Snickerdoodle Mocktail
Looking for a festive yet balanced mocktail for the holidays? This Caramel Snickerdoodle Mocktail is made with Torani Sugar-Free Brown Sugar and Cinnamon syrup, packed with 30 grams of protein, cinnamon, light whipped cream, and topped with just a little bite of a snickerdoodle cookie. This cocktail is perfectly paired with Christmas cookies or alone, whilst decking the halls!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup of turbinado raw sugar and stevia blend (for rimming glasses)
- Cocktail shaker
- 1/2 cup of ice
- 1 bottle of prepared caramel protein shake (160 calories, 1 gram of sugar, and 30 grams of protein)
- Spoon
- 2 plates
- 3 tablespoons of Torani Sugar-Free Brown Sugar Cinnamon Syrup, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, divided
- 1 tall and heavy-based glass
- Cinnamon sticks (to use as straws or garnish)
- Black and white striped straws
- Whipped cream for garnish
- Soft-baked snickerdoodle cookies, cut into wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Rim the Glass
- On a plate, using a spoon, mix the 1/4 cup of the turbinado sugar/stevia blend with a 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon.
- On a separate plate, place 1 tablespoon of the Torani Sugar-Free Brown Sugar Cinnamon Syrup and moisten the rim of the glass with it.
- Tilt the glass at a 45-degree angle and slowly and evenly rotate the glass until it's coated. Immediately dip it evenly into the turbinado mix and rotate until it's completely and evenly coated. Set aside or place in your fridge to chill.
Mix and Shake
- In a shaker cup, add 1/2 cup of ice, the bottle of caramel protein shake (or the alternative), the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon, 2 tablespoons of the Torani Sugar-Free Brown Sugar and Cinnamon syrup.
- Secure the lid and shake well for 10-12 seconds. Pour the mixture into your chilled glass, add in a tall cinnamon stick, top with whipped cream, and if using, finish with a piece of a snickerdoodle wedge.
- You can use the cinnamon stick as a straw, my kids had fun with those but, you can skip that and just use a paper straw or straw of your choice. Enjoy!
Notes
Since you are using a shaker for this drink, you can rim your glasses ahead of time and chill them in the fridge without ruining your precise handiwork.
I baked my cookies and before they cooled, I cut the cookies that I'd need. I cut one cookie into 4, and they a small slit on the center of each wedge to prepare for the glass.
You don't need to add a wedge, you can always sip on your mocktail as you munch on Christmas cookies. YUM, no matter how you do it!
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Nutrition Information:
Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 248Total Fat: 6.8gSaturated Fat: 4.1gSodium: 254mgCarbohydrates: 19.5gSugar: 5.3gProtein: 30.6g
Let’s Talk Torani Options
If you’ve been following us for a while, you know that we love Torani syrups.
Especially the sugar-free options because it allows us to enjoy different flavors—with no guilt.
Personally, I love that you can kick up your drinks a notch. Whether it’s your morning latte or coffee, a fizzy soda, or a mocktail.
Seriously, they’re great to use all-year-round!
Where Can I Get Torani?
We love the versatility of Torani, one flavor can create endless recipes. Torani syrups can be purchased on Torani.com.
Torani syrups are made with simple and thoughtfully sourced ingredients. It mixes well and brings out the best in every drink.
Check out all of their flavor options, there are plenty to choose from.
Can This Be Made Warm?
This drink can definitely be enjoyed warm.
All you need to do is heat the protein shake in the microwave for 45 seconds in a microwave-safe cup. Then proceed with the same steps!
You can even make a white hot chocolate instead and add the Torani sugar-free syrup, cinnamon, whipped cream, and snickerdoodle cookies. Yum!
You May Also Like:
- Hazelnut Protein Iced Mocha
- The Best Christmas Blondies Recipe
- Buddy the Elf Cupcakes
- Santa Belt Chocolate Covered Oreos
- Chocolate Fudge Cookies with White Chocolate
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Have you ever tried a Caramel Snickerdoodle Mocktail?
Let me know, til then—cheers m’deres!
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Nancy Polanco is a freelance journalist, lifestyle content creator, and editor of Whispered Inspirations. She is a proud Mom to Gabby and Michaela and partner and best friend to Darasak. Having worked as part of a health care team for almost a decade, Nancy is happy to be back to her passion. She is a contributor to the Huffington Post, TODAY’s Parents, and an Oprah Magazine Brand Ambassador.
I have never tried the Torani syrups but they look amazing. A shake like that would be so nice for dessert this Thanksgiving.
Yes, that would definitely work for Thanksgiving.
That sounds so good. I love to make snickerdoodles, so I’m very interested in a cocktail that has those flavors. I have to try this.
Hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
Okay, yes please. I love the cookie, so I know I’ll love this drink. I am all about mocktails. My kids would like this too!
Yes, our girls loved it.
That sounds so good! I prefer mocktails to cocktails so this will be something I serve this holiday season.
Me too!
I love Torani syrups. Can’t wait to make this! And I think we’ll definitely try this drink warm.
It’s so good warm too. Enjoy!
This mocktail looks and sounds amazing! I will have to make it for the holidays.
Yesss! I hope you enjoy it as much as we did.
That looks so good, I can imagine enjoying this by the fire place. Although I might add something else for the adults
Of course, give it a little spike!
You may have taken my favorite flavors of all time and put them into one drink. I love that it’s alcohol free too!
Yayyyy, I hope you give this a try and let me know what you think.
Oh yum and wow! This looks amazing! And your photography is so stunning. Great work on this!
Thank you so much Natalie!
Your cookies look delicious, and this mocktail looks amazing. It looks like the perfect combination!
They work great together! That is for sure.
I’m not much of a drinker but I LOVE Snickerdoodles!! I may have to try this one!
This is perfect for you then!
Omg, this recipe has my name all over it! I couldn’t stop looking at the pictures either. It makes for a pretty dessert too! Thanks for sharing!
Yessss, it is great for both. I love that it keeps me on track during the holidays.
It looks so good. I’m definitely gonna enjoy this sweet treat.
Yay, I hope you enjoy it!
Now this sounds like my sort of drink. I think it would be perfect to enjoy with my kids. It sounds heavenly!!!
Yes, the kids would love it. Especially with some cookies!
When i read the recipe and the procedure i love it already… perfectly for a hot weather…and its very refreshing
Hope you enjoy it!
This looks so yummy! I wish I had everything on hand to make this right now.
Maybe pick some up for the holidays, enjoy!
Great recipe. I can’t wait to grab one of those Toranis.
Yes! Torani equals endless possibilities.
This definitely looks so refreshing and tasty, love the color and the caramel on top making this so enticing.
I hope you give it a try.
Oh, my! That looks delicious. I’ve never had it before. Going to try that this holiday season.
Yay, it is perfect for the holidays. Enjoy!
This looks amazing. I would love to try this. Snickerdoodle was always a favorite cookie of mine. I’m sure this drink would be amazing too.
Hope you love it. I love that I can stay on track while I enjoy them.
Yum! My husband would love these! He loves snickerdoodles and I can’t wait to try it.
Yay! I hope you guys enjoy them.
I like that it’s a mocktail. It certainly does look delicious.
It is really good, hope you try it.
Caramel Snickerdoole mocktail looks delicious Iam going to try this.
Woot, let me know how it turns out.
Tasty! My wife loves this Caramel Snickerdoodle Mocktail! It tastes really good and perfect for gatherings.
Yay, I am glad she liked it!