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A delicious plate of Homemade Apple Cider

Homemade Apple Cider

This homemade apple cider recipe is a delicious and easy way to make your own cider without the need for an apple press.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 16 cups
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cider Ingredients
  • 10 large apples, quartered
  • ml Water, to cover
  • 150 g white sugar
  • 1 cucchiaino ground cinnamon
  • 1 cucchiaino ground allspice

Equipment

  • Large stockpot
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • Cheesecloth

Method
 

  1. In a large stockpot, place the quartered apples and cover them with water by at least 2 inches.
  2. Stir in the sugar, cinnamon, and allspice, then bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Allow the mixture to boil, uncovered, for 1 hour.
  4. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for an additional 2 hours.
  5. Strain the apple mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove solids.
  6. Drain the cider again through a cheesecloth-lined sieve for a smoother texture.
  7. Serve the cider warm or refrigerate it until cold.
  8. Enjoy your homemade apple cider either warm or chilled!

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 31gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 98IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Try serving the cider warm with a cinnamon stick for an extra touch of flavor. This cider can be frozen for longer storage, making it perfect for enjoying throughout the season.
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