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Cozy Maple Apple Cider Recipe - Discover the ultimate homemade apple cider recipe. Easy to make, bursting with warm spices and sweet maple. Perfect for fall! Ge

Cozy Maple Apple Cider Recipe

Enjoy this warm apple cider infused with cinnamon, cloves, and a touch of maple syrup for a comforting fall beverage.
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Prep Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8
Course: Drink
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 10-12 apples (quartered, I use honeycrisp and granny smith)
  • 1 pomegranate (quartered (optional))
  • 1 orange (quartered)
  • 2 teaspoon cinnamon sticks
  • 2-6 tablespoons maple syrup (depending on your taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole cloves

Method
 

  1. Combine apples, pomegranate, orange, cinnamon sticks, and 2 tablespoons maple syrup in a crockpot. Add 5-6 cups of water to cover ingredients. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
  2. Alternatively, combine all ingredients in a large soup pot and cook over medium heat for 3 hours, or until apples begin to break down.
  3. Carefully strain the mixture through a mesh strainer, discarding the fruit and cinnamon sticks. Strain again if a smoother cider is desired.
  4. Taste the cider and adjust maple syrup to your preference. Serve warm or cold. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

- Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for a balanced flavor profile.
- Adjust maple syrup to your personal preference; start with less and add more as needed.
- For a deeper spice flavor, add a few star anise or cloves along with the cinnamon sticks.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.