Hot Spiced Cherry Cider Crock Pot
Warm up your gatherings with the tantalizing aroma and bold flavors of Hot Spiced Cherry Cider, easily prepared in your crock pot. This cozy beverage combines the tart sweetness of cherry juice with the crisp warmth of apple cider, infused with aromatic cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and star anise. Fresh orange slices and a touch of optional honey lend a citrusy, perfectly balanced sweetness, while slow simmering in the crock pot allows the spices to meld beautifully. Serve this vibrant ruby-hued drink garnished with fresh cherries or an orange slice for a festive flair. Ideal for holiday celebrations or chilly evenings, this crowd-pleasing recipe is simple to prepare and offers a deliciously spiced twist on classic cider.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Cherry juice
- 4 cups Apple cider
- 3 sticks Cinnamon sticks
- 8 pieces Whole cloves
- 2 pieces Star anise
- 1 large orange Orange slices
- 2 tablespoons Honey (optional)
- 0.5 cups Fresh cherries, pitted (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pour the cherry juice and apple cider into the crock pot.
Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and star anise to the liquid.
Slice the orange into thin rounds and add them to the mixture.
If desired, stir in the honey for added sweetness.
Set the crock pot to low heat and allow the cider to simmer for 2 hours to let the flavors meld together.
Before serving, remove the cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise for a smoother drinking experience.
Ladle the hot spiced cherry cider into mugs and garnish each serving with a fresh cherry or an orange slice if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1140 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.6 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 66 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 283.0 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 245.6 g | ||
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 363 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2922 mg | 62% | |
*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.
