Jack O Lantern Recipe

Warm up your Halloween with this enchanting Jack O'Lantern Spiced Cider! A deliciously spooky twist on classic hot cider, this recipe is perfect for chilly autumn evenings. Made with a blend of warming spices and a touch of sweetness (easily adjusted to your preference!), it's a festive treat the whole family will enjoy. This adapted recipe uses decaf tea and Splenda for a customizable, lower-calorie option.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 22.4 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Jack O Lantern

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How to Make Jack O Lantern

  1. Heat 4 cups of water in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 2 cups of apple cider, 2 tea bags of decaffeinated instant tea, 1/4 cup Splenda (or to taste), 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon ground cloves, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1 cinnamon stick.
  3. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes, allowing the spices to infuse and the flavors to meld.
  4. Remove from heat and let steep for 2-3 minutes before removing the cinnamon stick and tea bags.
  5. Serve hot in mugs, garnished with orange slices, cinnamon sticks, or star anise for an extra touch of Halloween flair!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g