Homemade Hot Apple Cider
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Homemade Hot Apple Cider
Description
The Homemade Hot Apple Cider recipe uses roughly peeled apples combined with orange segments, cinnamon sticks, and maple syrup simmered slowly in filtered water. Cooking for 8-10 hours over low heat in a slow cooker gently infuses the spices and fruits into the water, creating a smooth, aromatic cider. The use of a whole peeled orange and its zest adds citrus brightness that complements the warmth of cinnamon and sweetness of maple syrup.
Once cooked, the mixture is strained to remove solids, leaving a clear, flavorful cider with a mild sweetness that can be adjusted by adding more maple syrup if desired. The cider can be served warm or cold, providing flexibility for different preferences or occasions.
This cider is comforting during cold seasons or for social settings where a lightly spiced warm drink is welcome. It stores well in airtight jars in the refrigerator for up to a week, allowing easy reheating or cold enjoyment.
For faster preparation, cooking on high in the slow cooker for 4 hours can be used, and the cider can be kept warm by simmering gently. The choice of apple variety impacts the final flavor, so experimenting with different apples can tailor the cider to personal taste.
Ingredients
- 8 apple roughly peeled and sliced
- ½ orange peeled, large
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 cinnamon stick
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 7.5 liters water filtered
Instructions
- If you haven't already, peel the apples and roughly chop.
- Add all ingredients into a slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours.
- Let cool slightly and strain out the ingredients with a small mesh strainer.
- Store the apple cider the fridge in airtight jars and heat to enjoy.
Notes
- The choice of apple variety affects the flavor of the cider; try sweeter or tart apples for different profiles.
- Cook the cider on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4 hours if time is short.
- The cider can be kept warm by simmering after cooking or cooled for refrigerating.
- Store cider in airtight jars in the refrigerator for up to one week, reheating as desired.
- Add additional maple syrup to individual servings or the slow cooker to increase sweetness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 9Liters
Amount Per Serving
Calories 102 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 102kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 419mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 196mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 104IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 275mg | 28% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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