Spiced Cran Apple Cider
Warm up your chilly evenings with a steaming mug of Spiced Cran Apple Cider, a festive blend of tangy cranberry juice and sweet apple cider infused with aromatic spices like cinnamon, star anise, and cloves. This cozy beverage—elevated with slices of fresh orange and optional brown sugar for a hint of sweetness—comes together in just 5 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of simmering for the perfect balance of tart, sweet, and spicy flavors. Ideal for holiday gatherings or quiet nights by the fire, this cider can be garnished with fresh cranberries and a cinnamon stick for a show-stopping presentation. Easy to make and brimming with seasonal charm, Spiced Cran Apple Cider is a must-have addition to your autumn and winter drink lineup.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Apple cider
- 2 cups Cranberry juice
- 3 sticks Cinnamon sticks
- 6 pieces Whole cloves
- 2 pods Star anise
- 1 large Orange
- 0.5 cups Fresh cranberries (optional for garnish)
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar (optional for sweetness)
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
In a large pot, combine the apple cider, cranberry juice, and water over medium heat.
Slice the orange into thin rounds and add them to the pot.
Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and star anise to the liquid. If you wish to make cleanup easier, you can place the cloves and star anise in a tea infuser or cheesecloth sachet before adding them.
Stir in the brown sugar if you prefer a sweeter cider, adjusting to taste.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer for 30 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure the flavors blend well.
Taste the cider and adjust for sweetness or spice as needed.
Strain the cider to remove the spices and orange slices (if desired) before serving.
Serve hot in mugs, garnished with fresh cranberries and a cinnamon stick if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1370 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.8 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 130 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 338.8 g | 123% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 265.2 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 390 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 2824 mg | 60% | |
*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.
