Homemade Apple Cider: A Cozy Fall Beverage from Scratch
Homemade Apple Cider
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Discover how to make delicious apple cider right on your stovetop with this cozy, fall-inspired beverage recipe.
Ingredients for Apple Cider
- 10 large apples, quartered
- 8 cups water
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cinnamon sticks (or 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon)
- ½ teaspoon ground allspice
Step-by-Step Apple Cider Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and a large, heavy-bottomed pot.
- Combine apples and water in the pot; stir in sugar, cinnamon sticks, and allspice.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low.
- Simmer, covered, for 2½–3 hours, stirring occasionally until apples are very soft.
- Use a potato masher or the back of a spoon to mash the soft apples against the pot sides.
- Place a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth over a large bowl and strain the mixture, pressing to extract every drop of juice.
- Discard the solids. Serve your warm, spiced apple cider immediately or chill for a refreshing cold fall drink.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 83 kcal
- Carbs: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0 g
Tips & Variations for Perfect Stovetop Apple Cider
- Spice it up: Add a slice of fresh ginger or a few cloves for extra warmth.
- Sweetness control: Adjust sugar to taste—honey or maple syrup work well too.
- Make it boozy: Stir in a splash of bourbon or rum for an adult twist.
- Storage: Keeps in the fridge up to 5 days or freeze in ice-cube trays.
Savor every sip of your homemade apple cider.
Homemade Apple Cider
A cozy American fall beverage made by slow-cooking apples with sugar and warm spices on the stovetop.
Ingredients
Method
- Gather all ingredients and a large, heavy-bottomed pot.
- Combine apples and water in the pot; stir in sugar, cinnamon sticks, and allspice.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low.
- Simmer, covered, for 2½–3 hours, stirring occasionally until apples are very soft.
- Use a potato masher or the back of a spoon to mash the soft apples against the pot sides.
- Place a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth over a large bowl and strain the mixture, pressing to extract every drop of juice.
- Discard the solids. Serve your warm, spiced apple cider immediately or chill for a refreshing cold fall drink.
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Recipe courtesy: Allrecipes
