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Homemade Apple Cider

Homemade Apple Cider

Warm apple cider is the quintessential fall beverage that envelops you in comfort and warmth. This homemade apple cider recipe captures the essence of autumn, blending sweet and tart apples with aromatic spices in a slow cooker for an effortless yet flavorful drink. Perfect for cozy gatherings or festive celebrations, this delightful beverage is free from artificial additives and can be customized to suit your taste. Whether you enjoy it warm with cinnamon sticks or chilled over ice with fresh apple slices, this homemade apple cider is sure to become a seasonal favorite.

  • Total Time: 7 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 10 medium apples (mix of Honeycrisp and Granny Smith)
  • 1 orange
  • 4 cinnamon sticks (or 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • Water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the fruit by peeling the orange and cutting the apples into quarters, discarding the cores.
  2. In a slow cooker, combine the orange segments, apple quarters, cinnamon sticks, ground cloves, and sugar. Add enough water to cover the fruit.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for about 4 hours until the fruit is soft.
  4. Mash the softened fruit using a large spoon or potato masher.
  5. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large pot or pitcher, discarding solids.
  6. Serve warm immediately or chill leftovers for later enjoyment.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 hours
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 10mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for depth of flavor. Adjust sugar levels based on your apple variety's sweetness. Add spices like nutmeg for extra warmth.