Hot Apple Cider
Hot Apple Cider is the quintessential beverage for cozy gatherings and chilly evenings. This warm, aromatic drink combines the rich flavors of fresh apple cider with an infusion of spices, creating a comforting experience that envelops you like a warm blanket. Whether you’re sipping by the fire or serving at a holiday party, this delightful concoction is sure to bring smiles and warmth to all who indulge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 cups (8 servings) 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop/Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups fresh apple cider
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 5 whole cloves
- 1 star anise
- 1 orange, sliced
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and tools.
- In a pot or slow cooker, combine apple cider, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, and orange slices.
- Heat on medium until steaming (about 20 minutes) or set slow cooker to low for about 2 hours.
- Strain out spices and orange slices using a fine mesh strainer.
- Serve hot in mugs, garnished with an additional cinnamon stick or orange slice if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg