Making apple cider at home is a wonderful way to welcome fall and all its cozy traditions. Imagine the sweet aroma of ripe apples simmering on the stove, filling your home with warmth and comfort. With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of patience, you can create a delicious batch of homemade apple cider that's sure to impress family and friends alike. Homemade cider is also the perfect base for creating all sorts of fall-inspired drinks.
Apple Cider
Apple Cider
5
5 minutes
25 minutes
Drinks
level 2
Making apple cider at home is a wonderful way to welcome fall and all its cozy traditions. Imagine the sweet aroma of ripe apples simmering on the stove, filling your home with warmth and comfort. With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of patience, you can create a delicious batch of homemade apple cider that's sure to impress family and friends alike. Homemade cider is also the perfect base for creating all sorts of fall-inspired drinks.
Ingredients
- 3 cracked cinnamon sticks
- 1 tsp black peppercorns
- ½ tsp whole cloves
- 3 cracked cardamon pods (can substitute for ½ tsp ground cardamon)
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 5 cups unsweetened apple juice
- ½ tbsp orange zest
Directions
Add all dry spices except nutmeg to a saucepan on medium heat for 4-5 minutes until aromatic; constantly swirl the saucepan to prevent spices from scorching
Add nutmeg, apple juice, orange zest, and maple syrup. Bring to a boil
Reduce heat to simmer for 15-20 minutes. Longer the simmer, the stronger the cider
Filter through a strainer in to cup or mug, then allow to slightly cool. Enjoy!
