Homemade Apple Cider Recipe
This homemade spiced apple cider is made with fresh apples, whole spices, and citrus for a cozy, flavorful drink. It’s easy to make on the stovetop or in a slow cooker and perfect for holidays, gatherings, or chilly days at home.
Servings 8 people
Calories 187kcal
Ingredients
- 4 lbs apples about 6-8 large apples
- 10 cups of water enough to cover the apples
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 1 tablespoon whole allspice berries
- 2 teaspoons whole cloves
- 1 orange sliced
- 2 inch piece of fresh ginger
- ½ cup light brown sugar or sweetener of choice, to taste
Instructions
- In a large stockpot, add the apples, cinnamon sticks, allspice berries, cloves, orange slices, and ginger. Add enough water to cover the apples completely by about 1 inch.
- Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Once apples are softened, use a potato masher to mash the fruit and spices.
- Strain the liquid through a fine mesh sieve. Use the back of a spoon to gently press down on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids or save them for composting. For a clearer cider, strain it again.
- Stir in the brown sugar (or sweetener) until it is dissolved.
- Serve warm, or let it cool and refrigerate for later use.
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Notes
- Adjust sugar to taste. Honey, maple syrup, or agave also work well.
- This dish can be prepared 2–3 days in advance. Store in the fridge and reheat on the stove or in a slow cooker.
- Keep warm in a slow cooker for parties, and let guests ladle their own cup.
Nutrition
Calories: 187kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 23mg | Potassium: 317mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 39g | Vitamin A: 170IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 1mg
