Easy Apple Cider Recipes
Apple cider is the perfect drink to cozy up with during the colder months, offering warm, spiced goodness. Here are some easy and delicious apple cider recipes that will bring the comforting taste of autumn right to your cup!
➡ Classic Warm Apple Cider
↪ Ingredients
4 cups apple cider (fresh or store-bought)
1 orange, sliced
2 cinnamon sticks
4 whole cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
↪ Instructions
1. In a large saucepan, combine the apple cider, orange slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and nutmeg.
2. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until hot but not boiling.
3. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
4. Remove from heat, strain out the spices and orange slices, and stir in maple syrup if desired.
5. Serve warm, garnished with a cinnamon stick or a slice of orange.
➡ Spiced Apple Cider Punch
↪ Ingredients
5 cups apple cider
1 cup ginger ale
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Orange and apple slices, for garnish
↪ Instructions
1. In a large pitcher, combine the apple cider, ginger ale, orange juice, and lemon juice.
2. Stir in the cinnamon and cloves, adjusting the spices to taste.
3. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
4. Serve over ice and garnish with fresh orange and apple slices.
➡ Hot Apple Cider with Rum
↪ Ingredients
4 cups apple cider
2 cinnamon sticks
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 cup dark rum (optional)
1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
Whipped cream (optional)
↪ Instructions
1. In a saucepan, combine the apple cider, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and nutmeg.
2. Heat over medium heat until hot, but do not let it boil.
3. Remove from heat and stir in the rum and maple syrup.
4. Pour into mugs, top with whipped cream if desired, and garnish with a cinnamon stick.
➡ Apple Cider Slushie
↪ Ingredients
2 cups apple cider
1 cup ice cubes
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
↪ Instructions
1. In a blender, combine the apple cider, ice cubes, honey or maple syrup (if using), and cinnamon.
2. Blend until smooth and slushy.
3. Pour into glasses and serve immediately with a sprinkle of cinnamon on top.
➡ Crockpot Apple Cider
↪ Ingredients
8 cups apple cider
1 orange, sliced
3 cinnamon sticks
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
↪ Instructions
1. Add the apple cider, orange slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and ginger to the slow cooker.
2. Set the Crockpot to low and cook for 4-6 hours, stirring occasionally.
3. Taste and stir in maple syrup if you'd like a sweeter cider.
4. Serve hot, garnished with extra orange slices or cinnamon sticks.
Apple cider is one of those drinks that can be made to suit any occasion. Whether you're in the mood for a warm, cozy sip or a refreshing chilled slushie, these easy recipes are sure to satisfy your autumn cravings.
