Crockpot Spiced Apple Cider
Crockpot Spiced Apple Cider is the ultimate fall beverage that wraps you in warmth and nostalgia. This easy-to-make drink combines fresh apple cider with aromatic spices, including cinnamon, cloves, and star anise, offering a delightful experience perfect for chilly evenings and festive gatherings. Just toss the ingredients into your crockpot and let the flavors meld together while your home fills with enticing aromas. Enjoy it warm or elevate it with a splash of rum for an adult twist—this cider is sure to become a beloved seasonal favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 4 quarts fresh apple cider
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 10 whole cloves
- 2 star anise
- 2 orange slices
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: apple cider, spices, orange slices, brown sugar, and water.
- Pour the apple cider into your crockpot and add cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, orange slices, brown sugar, and water.
- Stir well to combine and ensure the sugar dissolves.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
- Strain out solids using a fine sieve before serving.
- Serve warm in mugs; optionally add rum or bourbon for an adult version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, allow the cider to simmer longer on low heat. - Experiment with additional spices like cardamom or allspice for a unique twist. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.