Description
This warm and comforting Hot Cider recipe combines apple cider with fragrant spices like cinnamon, fresh ginger, nutmeg, and a touch of maple syrup, resulting in a cozy beverage perfect for chilly days or festive gatherings.
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 Tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all required ingredients including 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 until the orange slices begin to change color but the cider does not evaporate.
- Strain the Cider: Pour the cider through a fine strainer or cheesecloth to remove the solids.
- Serve Warm: Pour the strained cider into mugs and garnish each with an orange slice and a cinnamon stick for added aroma and presentation. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- This hot cider pairs wonderfully with cozy fall and winter occasions.
- If you prefer a stronger spice flavor, you can increase the amount of cinnamon sticks or ginger slightly.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey for a different sweetness profile.
- Use fresh ginger for the best aromatic and warming effect.
- Keep an eye on the simmering cider to avoid evaporation and maintain volume.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 209 kcal
- Sugar: 52 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
