Hot Spiced Cider Recipe 🍎🍂
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 21 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups cranberry juice
- 2 cups apple cider
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 orange
- 1 clove
Instructions:
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Combine Ingredients: In a large pot or crockpot, pour in the cranberry juice and apple cider. Add cinnamon sticks, brown sugar, and salt.
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Prepare Orange: Take the orange and press the cloves into it, then float the orange in the liquid mixture.
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Warm the Mixture: If using a pot, warm the mixture over medium heat until it reaches desired temperature, ensuring not to boil. If using a crockpot, set it on low and let it warm gradually.
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Serve: Ladle the hot spiced cider into mugs, making sure to include a cinnamon stick and a slice of the spiced orange in each serving.
Tips:
- For a stronger citrus flavor, you can add more oranges or even a bit of lemon juice.
- Adjust the sweetness according to your preference by adding more or less brown sugar.
- If you prefer a boozier version, add spiced rum to taste as a variation.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 135.7 per serving
- Fat Content: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 299.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 34.5g
- Fiber Content: 0.8g
- Sugar Content: 31.9g
- Protein Content: 0.3g
Notes:
This Hot Spiced Cider recipe is perfect for warming up on chilly winter evenings, with its delightful blend of cranberry juice, apple cider, and aromatic spices. Easy to make and bursting with fruity and comforting flavors, it’s sure to become a seasonal favorite for gatherings or quiet nights by the fire. Adjust the spice levels and sweetness to your liking, and feel free to experiment with additional ingredients for your own unique twist on this classic beverage. Enjoy the cozy warmth and festive aroma of homemade Hot Spiced Cider! 🍁🥂
