Description
A cozy autumn recipe for spiced apple cider with a hint of orange zest, perfect for warming up on chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups apple cider
- 1 orange, juiced and zested
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 teaspoon whole cloves
- 1 teaspoon allspice berries
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Begin by pouring the apple cider into a sizable pot.
- Incorporate the freshly zested and juiced orange into the cider.
- Introduce the cinnamon stick, whole cloves, allspice berries, and if desired, the brown sugar for added sweetness.
- Sprinkle in the nutmeg, ground ginger, and vanilla extract, stirring gently to combine all the ingredients.
- Place the pot over medium heat, allowing the mixture to warm gradually until it reaches a gentle simmer.
- Once it starts to simmer, lower the heat to maintain a gentle warmth and let the concoction steep for 20 to 30 minutes.
- After steeping, carefully strain the cider through a fine mesh sieve to eliminate the spices and zest.
- Pour the warm cider into mugs, and for an extra touch, garnish with a slice of orange or a cinnamon stick.
Notes
- For an adult twist, consider adding a shot of rum or bourbon to each serving.
- Feel free to explore other spices like cardamom or star anise to create your own signature blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Spiced Apple Cider with Orange Zest, Autumnal Citrus Cider Delight