Cherry Cider
Warm up your senses with this irresistible cherry cider, a vibrant twist on a classic fall favorite. Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh cherries and the comforting spiced aroma of apple cider, this cozy beverage is perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. Infused with cinnamon, cloves, orange slices, and a hint of nutmeg, this drink offers a harmonious balance of fruity and spiced flavors, all lightly sweetened with honey. A splash of vanilla extract ties it all together for a smooth, aromatic finish. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this homemade cherry cider is served warm, making it the ultimate seasonal indulgence. Garnish with a cinnamon stick or a fresh cherry for a touch of elegance, and savor the taste of holiday cheer in every sip.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cherries (pitted)
- 4 cups apple cider
- 1 cup water
- 3 tablespoons honey (or sweetener of choice)
- 1 stick cinnamon stick
- 4 pieces whole cloves
- 0.5 piece fresh orange (sliced)
- 0.25 teaspoons nutmeg (grated)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted cherries, water, and honey. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, gently mashing the cherries with the back of a spoon as they soften.
Once the cherries are softened (about 5-7 minutes), carefully strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing down on the solids to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the solids and pour the cherry juice back into the saucepan.
Add the apple cider to the saucepan with the cherry juice, followed by the cinnamon stick, cloves, orange slices, and nutmeg. Stir to combine.
Heat the mixture over low-medium heat until it starts to simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let the cherry cider gently simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the cider sit for 2-3 minutes to cool slightly.
Strain the cider if desired to remove the cinnamon stick, cloves, and orange slices.
Serve the cherry cider warm in mugs. Optionally, garnish with a cinnamon stick, a fresh cherry, or an orange slice for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
904 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.3 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 52 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 226.2 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 194.8 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1892 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
