Description
Warm up your chilly autumn evenings with this delightful hot apple cider, infused with the perfect blend of sweet spices and fresh apples. This easy-to-make recipe will fill your home with an irresistible aroma, creating a cozy atmosphere for gatherings or quiet nights in. Enjoy each sip as it wraps you in comfort and warmth!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups fresh apple cider (unfiltered)
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 10 whole cloves
- 2 star anise
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine apple cider, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, orange slices, and brown sugar.
- Heat over medium until steaming, stirring occasionally to mix flavors.
- Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 30 minutes to enhance the aroma and taste.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or spices if desired.
- Strain out solids using a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth before serving.
- Serve warm in mugs; garnish with additional cinnamon sticks or orange slices if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Experiment with different spices like nutmeg or allspice for unique flavor combinations. For an adult twist, consider adding a splash of rum or bourbon. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to one week; reheat gently on the stove.