Spiced Apple Cider
Spiced Apple Cider is the ultimate autumn beverage, offering a warm embrace with every sip. This delightful drink blends fresh apples, aromatic spices, and a touch of sweetness to create a cozy experience perfect for chilly days or festive gatherings. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can whip up this heartwarming cider in no time. Serve it warm and share the joy with family and friends as the comforting aromas fill your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 fresh apples (preferably Granny Smith)
- 10 cups water
- 4–5 cinnamon sticks
- 8–10 whole cloves
- 1 cup brown sugar
- Zest of 1 orange
Instructions
- Wash and quarter the apples, keeping the skins on for added flavor.
- In a large pot, combine sliced apples, water, cinnamon sticks, and cloves.
- Add brown sugar and orange zest; stir well.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer for 1 hour.
- Use a potato masher to crush the apples gently.
- Strain out solids using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth.
- Serve warm in mugs and garnish with extra cinnamon sticks or orange slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to mix in other fruits like pears or use different spices such as nutmeg for added flavor. For an adult version, add a splash of rum or bourbon. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.