Crockpot Spiced Apple Cider
Crockpot Spiced Apple Cider is the perfect cozy drink that warms both heart and home. This delightful elixir combines 100% pure apple juice with aromatic spices like cinnamon, cloves, and star anise, infused with fresh orange slices for a zesty twist. Ideal for chilly evenings, family gatherings, or holiday celebrations, each sip envelops you in comforting flavors that evoke the spirit of the season.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups 100% pure apple juice
- 6 whole cloves
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 2 star anise
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and combine apple juice, cloves, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and brown sugar in a crockpot.
- Stir well to mix.
- Add orange slices to enhance flavor.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours to meld flavors.
- Optional: Strain out spices before serving if preferred.
- Ladle warm cider into mugs; garnish with additional cinnamon sticks or orange slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For an adult version, consider adding a splash of bourbon. Experiment with spices such as nutmeg or cardamom for unique flavor profiles. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days; reheat gently before serving.