Description
A warm and comforting Hot Cider recipe featuring apple cider infused with slices of orange, cinnamon sticks, fresh ginger, maple syrup, and ground nutmeg. Perfect for chilly days, this spiced drink is easy to prepare and offers a cozy, flavorful experience.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 cups apple cider
- 2 slices of orange
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
- 1 Tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect the apple cider, orange slices, cinnamon sticks, peeled and sliced fresh ginger, maple syrup, and ground nutmeg.
- Combine and Simmer: Place all ingredients in a small saucepan and simmer gently for 10 minutes, allowing the orange slices to infuse the cider without evaporating the liquid.
- Strain the Cider: Pour the hot cider through a fine strainer or cheesecloth to remove solids for a smooth drink.
- Serve Hot: Pour into mugs and garnish each serving with an orange slice and cinnamon stick before serving.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup according to your taste.
- For a stronger spice flavor, add more cinnamon sticks or a pinch of cloves.
- To make it alcohol-free and seasonal, this cider works great for all ages.
- Leftover cider can be refrigerated and reheated gently without boiling.
- Use fresh, high-quality apple cider for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 209 kcal
- Sugar: 52 g
- Sodium: 16 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
