Fruity Holiday Cider
Warm up your festivities with this aromatic and crowd-pleasing Fruity Holiday Cider—a seasonal favorite that combines the comforting flavors of apple cider, orange juice, and cranberry juice with the perfect blend of cozy spices. Enhanced with cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and star anise, this cider is gently simmered to infuse layers of rich, spiced flavor. Fresh orange slices add a zesty brightness, while optional garnishes like cranberries and apple slices make every serving stunning and festive. Quick to prepare and simmered to perfection in just 30 minutes, this holiday drink is ideal for cozy gatherings, chilly evenings, or as a centerpiece for your seasonal celebrations. Perfectly sweetened with brown sugar and bursting with holiday cheer, this spiced cider is a must-try for your next get-together!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups apple cider
- 2 cups orange juice
- 1 cup cranberry juice
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 sticks cinnamon sticks
- 10 pieces whole cloves
- 2 pods star anise
- 1 whole fresh orange (sliced)
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (optional, for garnish)
- 1 cup apple slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot, combine the apple cider, orange juice, and cranberry juice.
Stir in the brown sugar until dissolved.
Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and star anise to the pot.
Slice one orange into thin rounds and add it to the mixture.
Bring the cider mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat and allow it to cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low and keep the cider warm until ready to serve.
Use a fine mesh strainer to remove the spices if desired, or leave them in for garnish and stronger flavor.
Ladle the hot cider into mugs and garnish with fresh cranberries, apple slices, or an extra cinnamon stick.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1416 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.2 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 112 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 351.0 g | 128% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.0 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 263.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.0 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 426 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 3087 mg | 66% | |
*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.
