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Fruity Holiday Cider Recipe

Warm up your holidays with this delightful Fruity Holiday Cider! A simple yet elegant recipe, this slow-cooked cider combines the sweetness of baked apples and pineapple with the tartness of cranberries and a blend of warming spices. Perfect for cozy nights and festive gatherings, this recipe is sure to become a new family favorite.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 310 mins
Calories 133.9 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Fruity Holiday Cider

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How to Make Fruity Holiday Cider

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Core 6 medium apples (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji) and stuff each with 1 tablespoon brown sugar and 1 tablespoon raisins.
  2. Bake apples for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
  3. While apples bake, combine 2 cinnamon sticks, 1 teaspoon ground cloves, 1 teaspoon ground allspice, and 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg in a fine-mesh tea infuser.
  4. Once apples are baked, pour 4 cups apple juice, 2 cups pineapple juice, and 2 cups water into a slow cooker.
  5. Add the baked apples, spice tea infuser, 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, and 1 orange, sliced.
  6. Cook on low for 5-6 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours, or simmer on the stovetop for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  7. Before serving, gently mash some of the cranberries for a thicker consistency and added texture.
  8. Strain out the spice tea infuser before serving. Garnish with extra cinnamon sticks and cranberries if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

112g

Fat

0g

Carbs

11g

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Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American For Large Groups Low Protein Healthy Beverages Fruit American Southern United States Easy Holiday Event Low Fat Punch Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Healthy 2 Low In Something Number Of Servings 3 Steps Or Less