Hot Apple Cider
Cozy up with this comforting Hot Apple Cider, a fragrant and festive drink that’s perfect for chilly days and holiday gatherings alike. This recipe combines eight cups of apple cider with the citrusy brightness of fresh orange slices, spiced to perfection with cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, and a touch of ground nutmeg. Sweetened with a hint of brown sugar and finished with a splash of vanilla extract, this cider is gently simmered to meld the flavors, creating a warm, aromatic beverage full of autumnal charm. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a crowd-pleasing recipe that yields six generous servings, ideal for cozy nights or entertaining guests. Don’t forget to garnish with a cinnamon stick or an orange twist for a delightful finishing touch! Perfect for searches on seasonal drinks, fall recipes, or easy holiday beverages.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups apple cider
- 1 whole orange
- 6 pieces whole cloves
- 2 sticks cinnamon sticks
- 2 pieces star anise
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Pour the apple cider and water into a large pot or saucepan.
Slice the orange into thin rounds and add them to the pot.
Stud a few of the orange slices with the whole cloves by pushing the cloves into the flesh. Add these clove-studded slices to the mixture.
Add the cinnamon sticks, star anise, ground nutmeg, and brown sugar to the pot.
Place the pot over medium heat and bring the cider mixture to a simmer. Do not let it boil.
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and let it gently simmer for about 15–20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Stir in the vanilla extract during the last minute of cooking.
Remove the pot from the heat. Use a slotted spoon to remove the orange slices, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and cloves.
Ladle the hot apple cider into mugs and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with a cinnamon stick or an orange slice for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1109 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.7 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 101 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 267.7 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 220.8 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 365 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2441 mg | 52% | |
*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.
