Description
Experience the cozy essence of fall with this homemade apple cider recipe. Bursting with the flavors of fresh apples, cinnamon, and cloves, this delightful beverage is perfect for chilly afternoons or festive gatherings. Easy to prepare and full of heartwarming aromas, it’s a treat that brings smiles to every occasion. Enjoy it hot or cold and make lasting memories with friends and family!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups fresh apples (a mix of Honeycrisp and Granny Smith)
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 6 whole cloves
- 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (adjust to taste)
- 8 cups purified water
Instructions
- Wash apples thoroughly and chop them into quarters, leaving the skins on.
- In a large pot, combine chopped apples, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and nutmeg.
- Pour in 8 cups of water and stir in brown sugar until dissolved.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 1-2 hours.
- Once softened, mash the apples gently with a potato masher to release juices.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a bowl or pitcher.
- Serve hot in mugs or chill for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg