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Easy Homemade Apple Cider Recipe

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Slow Cooker Homemade Apple Cider As Easy As Apple Pie
Slow Cooker Homemade Apple Cider As Easy As Apple Pie from aseasyasapplepie.com

Description

There's nothing like a warm cup of apple cider on a chilly fall day. Homemade apple cider is easy to make and tastes so much better than store-bought varieties. This recipe is perfect for those who want to enjoy the delicious taste of fresh apples in their cider without any added preservatives or artificial flavors.

Prep Time

Preparation time for this recipe is around 10 minutes.

Cook Time

Cook time is around 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 10-12 medium-sized apples
  • 1 orange (peeled and cut into chunks)
  • 1 tablespoon whole cloves
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 8 cups water

Equipment

  • Large stockpot
  • Cheesecloth
  • Strainer
  • Ladle

Method

  1. Wash and chop the apples into small pieces, but do not core or peel them.
  2. Place the apples, orange chunks, cloves, cinnamon sticks, nutmeg, brown sugar, and water in a large stockpot and stir to combine.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  4. Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Line a strainer with cheesecloth and place it over a large bowl or pitcher.
  6. Carefully ladle the apple mixture into the strainer, letting the cider strain through the cheesecloth and into the bowl or pitcher.
  7. Discard the solids left in the strainer.
  8. Cool the cider to room temperature before serving.
  9. You can store the cider in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

This recipe is very forgiving, so feel free to adjust the amount of sugar or spices to your taste. You can also add other fruits like pears or cranberries for a different flavor.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes around 8 cups of cider. Each serving (1 cup) contains approximately:
  • Calories: 120
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Fat: 0g
  • Sodium: 10mg

Recipes FAQ

1. Can I use different types of apples?

Yes, you can use any type of apple you like. Different varieties will give your cider a slightly different flavor.

2. Can I make this recipe in a slow cooker?

Yes, you can make this recipe in a slow cooker. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours.

3. Can I freeze leftover cider?

Yes, you can freeze leftover cider for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.

Recipe Tips

  • For a stronger spice flavor, add more cinnamon sticks or cloves.
  • If you don't have cheesecloth, you can use a fine-mesh strainer instead.
  • For a sweeter cider, add more brown sugar or use a sweeter variety of apples.
  • For a thicker cider, let it simmer for longer to evaporate more of the liquid.

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