Homemade Apple Cider
A warm, inviting cup of Homemade Apple Cider perfect for cozy autumn evenings and festive gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 135 minutes
- Yield: 8 cups
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- Fresh Apples: 10 apples (mix of sweet and tart varieties)
- Sugar: 1 cup (adjust to taste)
- Cinnamon: 1 tablespoon
- Nutmeg: 1 teaspoon
- Water: Enough to cover the apples in the pot
- Optional Add-ins: Slices of orange and whole cloves
Instructions
- Prepare the apples: Wash and chop the apples, leaving the skins on for extra flavor.
- Combine ingredients in a large pot, mixing apples, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and water.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Simmer the cider on low heat for about 120 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Mash the apples with a potato masher to release more juice.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into another pot.
- Serve hot or cold as desired.
Notes
Customize flavors with different spices or add-ins as desired.
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