Spiced Apple Cider Recipe

Spiced Apple Cider Recipe

This warm, cozy, fragrant and spiced Hot Apple Cider is this Autumn’s go-to drink! Made with rich apple cider, fresh fruit and an assortment of pungent, earthy spices, this cider is well-balanced and oh-so comforting!

Ingredients

  • apple cider
    1 gallon
  • ground cinnamon
    ½ tbsp
  • ground nutmeg
    ½ tbsp
  • lemon slices

    1/2 lemon

    3
  • orange slices

    1/2 orange

    3
  • apple slices

    1/2 apple

    4
  • cinnamon sticks
    3
  • whole cloves
    6
  • star anise pieces

    up to 6

    5

Directions

  1. 1

    In a 5 quart crock pot on low heat, add the apple cider, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon slices, orange slices, apple slices, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves and star anise.

  2. 2

    Allow the punch to warm for 3-4 hours. Serve warm. Ladle into serving glasses.

  3. 3

    Top with whipped cream and caramel if desired.

  4. 4

    Or you can serve chilled by removing the fruit slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves and star anise pieces after it’s cooked and storing the punch in the fridge overnight. NOTE: You can add water to the punch if it's too sweet for your taste.

Spiced Apple Cider Recipe

Spiced Apple Cider Recipe

5.0(5)110 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving the quintessential taste of autumn in a mug? This Spiced Apple Cider is your go-to, delivering warmth, coziness, and an unforgettable fragrance that will fill your home.

What sets this comforting beverage apart is its thoughtful combination of rich apple cider with a medley of fresh fruit and both ground and whole earthy spices. The blend of lemon, orange, and apple slices brightens the deep apple flavor, while cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and star anise infuse an unparalleled depth and balance, creating a drink that feels both familiar and special.

Prepare for a truly inviting experience with every sip of this well-balanced, fragrant apple cider. You'll enjoy the comforting warmth and the harmonious blend of sweet apple notes with the pungent, earthy spices like cinnamon and star anise. The fresh fruit slices add a subtle zest and visual appeal, making it a perfect non-alcoholic indulgence. This cozy drink is designed to be deeply comforting and wonderfully aromatic, truly capturing the essence of the fall season. Each serving is around 110 calories, offering a delightful treat without being overly heavy.

Customization & Variations

Feel free to adjust the spice profile to your liking; for a warmer kick, consider a few extra whole cloves, or for more citrus brightness, add an extra slice of lemon or orange. If you don't have fresh apples on hand, extra orange or lemon slices will still provide lovely aromatic notes. For a different twist, you could experiment with a dash of allspice or ginger if you enjoy those flavors.

This warm Spiced Apple Cider is the ultimate autumn beverage, perfect for cozy evenings by the fire, festive gatherings, or simply welcoming guests on a crisp fall day. Serve it warm in your favorite mugs, perhaps garnished with an extra cinnamon stick or a thin apple slice.

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