Description
A warm and cozy Hot Cider recipe featuring apple cider infused with orange slices, cinnamon sticks, fresh ginger, maple syrup, and nutmeg. Perfect for chilly days, this spiced beverage is easy to prepare and comforting.
Ingredients
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Hot Cider Ingredients
- 3 cups apple cider
- 2 slices of orange
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather the apple cider, orange slices, cinnamon sticks, peeled and sliced fresh ginger, maple syrup, and ground nutmeg to have everything ready for cooking.
- Simmer the Cider: Combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes, allowing the orange slices to change color without evaporating the cider.
- Strain the Mixture: After simmering, strain the cider through a fine strainer or cheesecloth to remove solids and spices.
- Serve Hot: Pour the strained hot cider into mugs and add back the orange slices and cinnamon sticks for garnish and enhanced flavor. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- This hot cider is flavored with natural spices and fruit for a tangy and warming drink.
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey or brown sugar as a sweetener.
- Adjust the simmering time to intensify the flavors if desired, but avoid boiling to prevent evaporation.
- Ginger adds a spicy kick; reduce or omit if a milder flavor is preferred.
- Serve with cinnamon sticks for garnish to enhance presentation and aroma.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1.5 cups)
- Calories: 209 kcal
- Sugar: 48 g
- Sodium: 16 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
