Hot Buttered Apple Drink
Cozy up with a mug of homemade Hot Buttered Apple Drink, a comforting blend of sweet apple cider, rich butter, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for chilly evenings, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, filling your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of fall. A hint of vanilla adds depth, while optional garnishes like cinnamon sticks and whipped cream make every sip feel extra indulgent. Whether you're hosting a holiday gathering or enjoying a quiet night in, this spiced apple drink is a delightful way to embrace the season.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Apple cider
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 sticks Cinnamon sticks (optional, for garnish)
- as needed Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider, unsalted butter, and brown sugar over medium heat.
Stir the mixture until the butter is melted and the sugar is fully dissolved.
Add the ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Stir to combine.
Lower the heat and let the mixture simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure the spices are well blended.
Remove the saucepan from heat and carefully ladle the hot buttered apple drink into mugs.
If desired, garnish each mug with a cinnamon stick and a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence.
Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting flavors of this warm spiced drink.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
811 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.6 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.8 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 72 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 56 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.6 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 114.7 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 177 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1080 mg | 23% | |
*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.
