Seeing Stars Recipe

Ignite your taste buds with Seeing Stars, a vibrant and spicy apple cider that's both invigorating and healthy! This easy-to-make recipe blends the warmth of warming spices with the crispness of apple juice, creating a delicious drink perfect for a chilly evening or a refreshing pick-me-up. Double the recipe to share with friends!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 12 mins
Calories 243.5 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Seeing Stars

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How to Make Seeing Stars

  1. In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups apple juice, 1 cinnamon stick, 2 star anise, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  2. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes to allow the spices to infuse. Remove from heat and let steep for another 5 minutes. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a heat-safe bowl, discarding the solids.
  3. Once cooled, pour the spiced apple juice into a blender. Add 1/2 cup ice, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 2 tablespoons honey (or to taste), and a pinch of cayenne pepper (optional).
  4. Blend until completely smooth and icy. Pour into glasses filled with ice and enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

179g

Fat

0g

Carbs

20g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Seeing Stars?

Seeing Stars takes about 17 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 12 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Seeing Stars?

Seeing Stars has approximately 243.5 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 20 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Seeing Stars?

The key ingredients for Seeing Stars are Apple Juice, Honey, Cardamom, Clove, Fresh Ginger, Cinnamon. See the full list with measurements above.

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