Hot Cranberry Apple Cider Recipe

Warm up chilly nights with this delightful Hot Cranberry Apple Cider! This festive drink combines the tartness of cranberries with the sweetness of apples for a cozy and flavorful beverage perfect for fall and winter gatherings. Easy to make and incredibly comforting, this recipe is a must-try!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 88.7 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hot Cranberry Apple Cider

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How to Make Hot Cranberry Apple Cider

  1. Combine 6 cups apple cider and 2 cups cranberry juice in a large pot or 30-cup coffee pot.
  2. Add 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 2 cinnamon sticks, and 10 whole cloves to a coffee filter or cheesecloth bag. If not using a bag, add directly to the pot.
  3. If using a coffee pot, place the spice bag in the coffee basket.
  4. Brew using your coffee maker according to manufacturer's instructions, or if using a pot, bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  5. Once boiling (or brewing is complete), reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  6. Remove from heat. If using a spice bag, remove it before serving.
  7. Serve warm in mugs, garnished with a cinnamon stick and/or a thin apple slice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

81g

Fat

0g

Carbs

7g