Description
A delightful beverage capturing the essence of fall, this homemade apple cider is perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10–12 Apples
- Water (enough to cover the apples)
- Sugar (to taste, optional)
- Cinnamon sticks (optional)
- Cloves (optional)
- Nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and chop the apples, leaving the skin on.
- Place the chopped apples in a large pot and cover with water.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 2 hours.
- Use a potato masher to mash the softened apples, then strain through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth.
- Taste your cider and add sugar and spices if desired, heating again to mix.
- Allow the cider to cool before serving, then refrigerate or enjoy warm.
Notes
Best served warm and can be garnished with cinnamon or a cinnamon stick. Store in airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 120
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg