Hot Molasses Cider Recipe

This irresistible Hot Molasses Cider is the perfect cozy beverage for chilly evenings! Friends will be begging for this recipe – a warm blend of spiced apple cider, rich molasses, and zesty lemon. Easy to make and guaranteed to impress, it's the ultimate winter warmer.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Calories 66.2 kcal

Protein 0g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hot Molasses Cider

12 whole cloves
Lemons
4 cups apple cider
1/2 cup molasses
Cinnamon Sticks
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

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How to Make Hot Molasses Cider

Stud 2 lemons with 6 whole cloves each.
In a medium saucepan, combine the lemon slices, apple cider (4 cups), molasses (1/2 cup), and cinnamon stick (1, 3-inch). Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Remove the cinnamon stick and discard.
Stir in the fresh lemon juice (2 tablespoons) and taste, adding more lemon juice or molasses to your preference.
Serve immediately in mugs, garnished with a lemon wedge and a sprinkle of cinnamon (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

47g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Hot Molasses Cider?

Hot Molasses Cider takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Hot Molasses Cider?

Hot Molasses Cider has approximately 66.2 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Hot Molasses Cider?

The key ingredients for Hot Molasses Cider are Cloves, Lemons, Apple Cider, Molasses, Cinnamon Sticks, Lemon Juice. See the full list with measurements above.