Hot Strawberry Cider
Cozy up with a mug of Hot Strawberry Cider, the ultimate cold-weather drink that brings a fruity twist to a classic favorite. This vibrant recipe blends the tart sweetness of fresh strawberries with the comforting warmth of apple cider, elevated by aromatic spices like cinnamon, cloves, and star anise. A touch of honey and fresh lemon juice adds the perfect balance of sweetness and citrusy zing. Ready in just 25 minutes, this soothing beverage is ideal for warming up chilly evenings or impressing guests at holiday gatherings. Garnished with fresh strawberries, it’s as visually enticing as it is delicious. Enjoy the fragrant aroma and luscious flavors of this easy-to-make spiced strawberry cider!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Apple cider
- 1 cup Fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
- 1 piece Cinnamon stick
- 4 pieces Whole cloves
- 1 piece Star anise
- 2 tablespoons Honey (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 2 whole Fresh strawberries (for garnish)
Instructions
Place the apple cider, sliced strawberries, cinnamon stick, cloves, and star anise in a medium-sized saucepan.
Heat the mixture over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer gently for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl or pitcher to remove the solids (spices and strawberry pieces).
Stir in the honey (if using) and fresh lemon juice, adjusting the sweetness to your preference.
Pour the hot strawberry cider into mugs and garnish each with a whole strawberry on the rim or sliced strawberries in the drink.
Serve immediately and enjoy the warmth and flavor of this delightful beverage!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
668 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.7 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 46 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.0 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 138.7 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 171 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1393 mg | 30% | |
*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.
