Mulled Cider Recipe

Name: Mulled Cider
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 cups
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 cups apple cider; 1 orange, sliced into rounds; 4 cinnamon sticks; 8 whole cloves; 2 star anise; 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)

American · Beverage · 25 min total

Mulled cider recipe videos

Warm up with this spiced apple cider, simmered with cinnamon, cloves, and orange for a cozy, aromatic drink perfect for chilly evenings.

5
min prep

20
min cook

6
servings

120
kcal/serving

Ingredients

6 cups apple cider
1 orange, sliced into rounds
4 cinnamon sticks
8 whole cloves
2 star anise
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)

Instructions

Combine apple cider, orange slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise in a large pot.
Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to low.
Cover and let simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld. Do not boil.
Taste and stir in honey or maple syrup if desired.
Remove from heat and strain out spices and orange slices if preferred, or serve with them in the pot.
Ladle into mugs and garnish with a fresh cinnamon stick or orange slice if desired.

Tips

Store leftover mulled cider in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently.
Add a splash of rum or bourbon for an adult version.
Adjust sweetness to your preference.

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