Homemade Apple Cider
Homemade Apple Cider is the drink for the fall and winter seasons. Sweet, a little tangy, and full of warm spices, this drink can be served hot or cold and can be made on the stove, instant pot, or even in a slow cooker!
Servings 8 servings
Calories 196kcal
Ingredients
- 8 Cups Apples core removed, roughly chopped
- 2 Large Oranges quartered
- 2 Whole Cinnamon Sticks
- 2 Whole Star Anise
- 6 Whole Cloves
- 6 Whole All Spice Berries
- 4 Cups Water
- 1 Cup Maple Syrup
Instructions
- Add all ingredients except maple syrup to a deep pot or dutch oven. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the apples are falling apart. This may take up to an hour.
- Remove the pot from the heat and use a potato masher to mash the fruit.
- Place a fine mesh strainer into a large bowl, then line with cheesecloth. Carefully pour the hot cider mixture through the strainer, discarding the fruit.
- Pour the strained cider into your desired container, or back in the pot to keep warm. Stir in the maple syrup.
- Serve hot or cold. Can be topped with whipped cream or spiked with your favorite booze.
Notes
NOTE: Please see the post above for how to make this recipe in an instant pot or slow cooker instead of on the stove top.
Nutrition
Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 14mg | Potassium: 299mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 140IU | Vitamin C: 23.4mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 0.5mg