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Hot Apple Cider

There is no better way to warm up on a cold day than a mug of this Hot Apple Cider!  This version is perfectly spiced with a citrus twist that keeps you coming back for more.
Course Drink
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 9 cups
Calories 116kcal
Author Deborah Harroun

Ingredients

  • 1/2 gallon apple cider
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  • 3 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 strip of lemon zest
  • 1 strip of orange zest
  • 4 whole cloves

Instructions

  • In a large pot, combine all of the ingredients.
  • Simmer over medium heat for 20 minutes, but do not allow it to boil.
  • When ready to serve, ladle the cider into cups or mugs, leaving the cinnamon, zest and cloves in the pot.
  • Serve warm.

Notes

This works great in a slow cooker, as well!
adapted from Food Network Magazine November 2009
Nutrition information provided as an estimate only. Various brands and products can change the counts. Any nutritional information should only be used as a general guideline.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 116kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 14mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 25g