Spiced Orange Cider
Cozy up with a steaming mug of Spiced Orange Cider, a festive and aromatic treat perfect for chilly evenings and holiday gatherings. This easy-to-make recipe combines the natural sweetness of apple cider with the zesty brightness of fresh orange slices and the warm spice of cinnamon, star anise, and cloves. A touch of brown sugar and vanilla extract adds rich depth, while a hint of fresh ginger provides a subtle kick. Gently simmered to infuse the flavors, this spiced cider is ready in just 30 minutes and makes enough to serve a crowd. Garnish with fragrant orange zest or a cinnamon stick for an inviting presentation. Whether you’re entertaining guests or savoring a quiet night in, this warm and flavorful drink is a must-try for the season.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups apple cider
- 1 large orange
- 8 pieces whole cloves
- 2 sticks cinnamon sticks
- 2 pieces star anise
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon orange zest (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pour the apple cider into a large saucepan or pot.
Slice the orange into thin rounds and stud several orange slices with the whole cloves.
Add the clove-studded orange slices, along with the remaining orange slices, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and the 1-inch piece of fresh ginger (peeled and sliced) to the pot.
Stir in the brown sugar and add the cup of water to the mixture.
Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture just to a simmer, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
Once the mixture begins to simmer, reduce the heat to low and let it gently simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Use a fine mesh strainer to remove the spices and orange slices before serving, if desired.
Ladle the hot cider into mugs and garnish with a pinch of orange zest or an extra cinnamon stick for presentation, if you like.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1131 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.6 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 104 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 273.2 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 223.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 381 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2542 mg | 54% | |
*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.
