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A delicious plate of Spiced Orange-Cinnamon Cider

Spiced Orange-Cinnamon Cider

This Spiced Orange-Cinnamon Cider is the perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors, making it an ideal drink for holiday gatherings or cozy family get-togethers. You can even add a splash of your favorite whiskey for the adults to enjoy!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Drink
Cuisine: American
Calories: 157
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Spiced Orange-Cinnamon Cider
  • 3 cups freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 3 cups apple cider
  • 2 g oranges, thinly sliced
  • 1 g lime, thinly sliced
  • 4 g (3 inch) cinnamon sticks
  • 8 g whole cloves
  • 1 g star anise
  • 2 tablespoons honey

Equipment

  • Large Saucepan

Method
 

  1. In a large saucepan, combine orange juice, apple cider, orange slices, lime slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, approximately 5 minutes.
  3. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Remove the cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise from the cider.
  5. Stir in the honey and keep the cider warm.
  6. Pour the warm Spiced Orange-Cinnamon Cider into cups and garnish with a cinnamon stick for stirring, as well as orange and lime slices.
  7. Pro Tip: For larger gatherings, feel free to scale up the recipe and keep the cider warm in a slow cooker for easy self-service.

Nutrition

Calories: 157kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 1gSodium: 19mgPotassium: 275mgFiber: 2gSugar: 31gVitamin C: 65mgCalcium: 53mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an adult version, consider adding a splash of whiskey. This cider can be made ahead of time and kept warm in a slow cooker for gatherings.
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