Hot Spiced Apple Cider (No Added Sugar)

Hot Spiced Apple Cider (No Added Sugar)

3 servings
Fragrant, warming spiced apple cider perfect for fall entertaining! No added sweeteners and just 4 ingredients, 1 pot, and 20 minutes required!

Ingredients

  • 1 quart unsweetened apple juice* or cider
  • 3 cinnamon sticks

    3-inch each

  • 2 whole cloves

    or sub 1 tiny pinch ground cloves

  • 2 strips orange peel

    3-inch

Directions

  1. 1

    Add all ingredients to a large saucepan or pot and bring to medium-high heat. Once simmering, cover, reduce heat to low, and cook for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.

  2. 2

    Serve hot on its own or add a dash of bourbon to make it a boozy hot toddy. For entertaining, you can keep the cider warm in a slow cooker or on the lowest setting on the stovetop.

  3. 3

    Store cooled leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or frozen in an ice cube tray to keep for longer. Reheat on the stovetop.

Hot Spiced Apple Cider (No Added Sugar)

Hot Spiced Apple Cider (No Added Sugar)

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About this Recipe

Craving a cozy, soul-warming drink for crisp autumn evenings without the usual sugar rush? This Hot Spiced Apple Cider (No Added Sugar) is your answer, offering authentic fall flavors with absolutely no added sugar.

What makes this particular spiced apple cider so special is its elegant simplicity. With just four common ingredients and one pot, you can create a deeply fragrant beverage. It champions the natural sweetness of apple juice or cider, letting the aromatic spices truly shine without being overshadowed by added sweeteners.

Prepare for a comforting sensory experience. You'll be greeted by the inviting aroma of cinnamon and a subtle hint of clove, perfectly complemented by a bright, citrusy note from the fresh orange peel. The cider itself is wonderfully warming, smooth, and naturally sweet, making it an ideal choice for cooler weather gatherings or a quiet moment by the fire. It’s light yet satisfying, delivering that quintessential taste of fall in every sip.

While this recipe is fantastic as is, feel free to adapt it to your pantry. If you don't have whole cloves, a tiny pinch of ground cloves can be used instead. For the orange peel, using organic is recommended to ensure the purest flavor, but any good quality orange peel (orange part only, avoiding the bitter white pith) will work. Experiment with different varieties of unsweetened apple juice or cider to find your favorite base for this delicious drink.

This hot spiced apple cider is absolutely perfect for fall entertaining, welcoming guests with its inviting aroma and comforting taste. Serve it in mugs as a delightful non-alcoholic option for holiday parties or simply enjoy a cup on a chilly afternoon.

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