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The cooler weather is perfect for Homemade Apple Cider Recipe. It is easy to make and will make your house smell amazing.
When I host the holidays at my house, I love making this Homemade Apple Cider Recipe. It makes my home smell amazing and perfect served with a cinnamon stick.
If you love to serve special drinks for holidays, make one of these Christmas Drinks. Check out these holiday drink recipes – Starbucks Peppermint Mocha or Easy Homemade Eggnog Recipe.
Table of Contents
- Why We Love This Recipe:
- Ingredients:
- Variations Ideas:
- Step by Step Instructions:
- Recipe Tips:
- What are the Best Apples to Use:
- Frequently Asked Questions:
- More Easy Hot Drink Recipes:
- Apple Cider Recipe
Why We Love This Recipe:
This homemade apple cider is the perfect Fall recipe. At the hint of cooler weather, I start making apple cider and it is so easy. Some people like coffee and hot chocolate, but I love homemade apple cider.
Combine you favorite apples and oranges with a few simple spices for a delicious drink. You can enjoy hot or cold and perfect with a slice of apple pie.
Ingredients:
- Medium Apples, assorted such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Gala
- Oranges, peeled and sectioned
- Whole Cloves
- Cinnamon Sticks
- Allspice
- Whole Nutmeg
- Water, about 16-20 cups
- Brown Sugar, depending on taste
For the full list of ingredients and recipe, scroll to the bottom of the post for the recipe card.
Variations Ideas:
- Maple Syrup – For added warm flavor, feel free to add in maple syrup.
- Apple Cider Cocktails – For a delicious adult drink, add in a splash of bourbon or brandy for a spiked drink.
- Fresh Ginger – If you love the flavor of ginger, feel free to add in more of this fresh spices.
- Chai Tea Bag – I love the flavor of chai tea and adding a bag to my drink is a delicious treat.
Step by Step Instructions:
Step 1 – Clean and cut apples and oranges. Add to large stockpot.
Step 2 – Next, add the seasonings and mix with the fruit. Cover with water.
Step 3 – Heat over high heat until simmering. Continue to simmer about 2 hours or until apples are very soft.
Step 4 – Mash apples and oranges with a potato masher or large wooden spoon against the side of the pot. Cover and simmer for about 1 more hour. Then strain solids from cider and add in brown sugar.
Recipe Tips:
- Serving – Serve warm, room temperature or chilled with apple slices and cinnamon stick, if desired. This is delicious hot or cold.
- Straining Solids – Carefully strain solids from cider using a cheesecloth or fine-mesh sieve. Press solids against the strainer to release the juices.
- Preparing Fruit – Slice the apples and leave the peel on. Make sure to add the orange slices to enhance the citrus flavor.
- Simmer the Mixture – For the best results allow the mixture to simmer for about 2 hours. The fruit should be soft for the best flavor of cider.
What are the Best Apples to Use:
Feel free to use a variety of apples to make this Easy Apple Cider Recipe. We love to use a variety of tart apples for amazing flavor. These are some of our suggestions.
- Pink Lady
- McIntosh Apples
- Fuji Apples
- Golden Delicious
- Red Delicious
- Braeburn
- Honey Crisp Apples
- Cortland Tart Apples
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I Make in the Crock Pot?
Yes, this is a great idea when you are serving this apple cider recipe to a crowd. Just put everything in the slow cooker instant of the sauce pan. Cover and cook on low setting and let simmer for about 8 hours. Strain the solids as normal usinga cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer, pressing solids against the strainer to release the juices. Then it ready to serve and enjoy.
How to Store Leftovers:
Store the leftovers in an airtight container or covered pitcher and place in the refrigerator. If stored properly it will stay fresh for up to a week.
How to Freeze:
Freezing apple cider is a great way to prepare for the holiday season. Pour the prepared cider in individual serving in a freezer safe container. Make sure to leave space at top as cider will expand as it freezes.
How Long does Apple Cider Last:
It needs to be refrigerated and it should last up to 2 weeks.
More Easy Hot Drink Recipes:
- Starbucks Chai Tea Latte
- Christmas Hot Chocolate
- Crock Pot Hot Chocolate Recipe
We love hearing from you. If you make this easy apple cider recipe, make sure to leave us a comment.
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Apple Cider
5 from 5 votes
The cooler weather is perfect for Homemade apple cider recipe. It is easy to make and will make your house smell amazing. Homemade apple cider is delicious.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 3 hours hrs
Total Time 3 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
Servings 10
Cuisine American
Course Beverage
Calories 155
Author Carrie Barnard
Ingredients
- 10-12 medium apples assorted such as Granny Smith Honeycrisp, Gala
- 2 oranges peeled and sectioned
- 1 tablespoon whole cloves
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 1 teaspoon allspice
- 1 whole nutmeg
- Water about 16-20 cups
- ½ to 1 cup brown sugar depending on taste
Instructions
Clean and cut apples and oranges
Add to large stockpot
Add seasonings
Cover with water
Heat over high heat until simmering
Continue to simmer about 2 hours or until apples are very soft
Mash apples and oranges with a potato masher or large wooden spoon against the side of the pot
Cover and simmer for about 1 more hour
Carefully strain solids from cider using a cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer, pressing solids against the strainer to release the juices
Discard the solids
Add brown sugar to taste
Serve warm, room temperature or chilled with apple slices and cinnamon stick, if desired
Nutrition Facts
Calories 155kcal, Carbohydrates 41g, Protein 1g, Fat 1g, Saturated Fat 1g, Sodium 6mg, Potassium 263mg, Fiber 6g, Sugar 32g, Vitamin A 157IU, Vitamin C 22mg, Calcium 48mg, Iron 1mg
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