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Spiced Apple Cider

This spiced apple cider recipe is infused with cinnamon, ginger, orange, and a touch of spice, it's the perfect cozy drink for chilly days.
Course Drinks
Cuisine American, Mexican
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 143kcal
Author Sujatha Muralidhar

Ingredients

  • 4 cups apple cider or apple juice
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 whole cloves
  • 1 star anise optional
  • 1- inch ginger fresh sliced
  • 1 teaspoon jalapeño sliced
  • 1 orange sliced
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup optional for sweetness
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for an extra kick

Instructions

  • Simmer the cider: In a large pot, combine the apple cider, cinnamon stick, cloves, star anise, fresh ginger, jalapeño slices, orange slices, and maple syrup.
  • Heat it up: Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes to infuse the flavors.
  • Strain and serve: Strain the cider to remove the solids. Stir in cayenne pepper if you want more spice. If desired, Serve warmly garnished with additional orange slices or a cinnamon stick.

Notes

  • You can adjust the heat level by controlling the amount of ginger and jalapeños in the recipe.
  • Leftover cider can be used as a glaze, added to oatmeal.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 143kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 330mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 145IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 1mg