Best 20 Cinnamon Cider Recipes

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Embrace the crisp autumn air with a delightful symphony of flavors in our homemade Cinnamon Cider recipes. Indulge in the classic stovetop method that brings out the natural sweetness of apples, cinnamon, and spices. Experience the ease of creating this timeless beverage in your slow cooker, allowing the aromas to fill your home while you relax. Discover the magic of a creamy cinnamon apple cider, a luxurious treat that combines the richness of cream with the tangy zest of apples. And for a non-alcoholic variation, explore our alcohol-free cinnamon cider, a refreshing and flavorful option that everyone can enjoy. Whichever recipe you choose, let the warmth of cinnamon cider envelop you in comfort and nostalgia.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CINNAMON STREUSEL APPLE CIDER MUFFINS



Cinnamon Streusel Apple Cider Muffins image

Make and share this Cinnamon Streusel Apple Cider Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lvs2Cook

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 40m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 beaten egg
3/4 cup apple cider or 3/4 cup apple juice
1/4 cup cooking oil
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons cold butter

Steps:

  • FOR STREUSEL: Stir brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon in small bowl. Cut in butter with a pastry blender. Set aside.
  • FOR MUFFINS: Lightly oil twelve 2 1/2-inch muffin cups or line with paper baking cups; set aside. In a medium mixing bowl stir together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Make a well in the center. In a small mixing bowl combine egg, apple cider, and oil; add all at once to flour mixture. Stir just till moistened. (The batter should be lumpy.).
  • Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the batter into each prepared muffin cup. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of the brown sugar mixture over each. Fill with remaining batter. Sprinkle tops of muffins with remaining streusel.
  • Bake in a preheated 400° F oven until golden brown, about 20 minutes. Remove muffins from pans; cool slightly on racks.

HOT CINNAMON APPLE BRANDY CIDER



Hot Cinnamon Apple Brandy Cider image

This sweet, delightful hot cinnamon apple brandy cider is spiced with freshly squeezed apple cider, cloves, nutmeg, ginger, and cinnamon!

Provided by Culinary Envy

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Punch Recipes     Adult Punch Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ gallon fresh apple cider
1 cup apple brandy
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
¼ cup honey
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¾ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch salt
10 thin strips orange zest
10 small cinnamon sticks

Steps:

  • Combine apple cider, apple brandy, 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon brown sugar, honey, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, pepper, and salt in a pot over medium-high heat. Simmer until flavors combine, about 10 minutes.
  • Pour apple cider mixture into heat-proof mugs. Twist orange zest strips between your fingers to release the essential oils; drop 1 into each mug. Add 1 cinnamon stick to each mug.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.1 calories, Carbohydrate 50.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 41.2 mg, Sugar 44 g

CINNAMON DUMPLINGS WITH APPLE-CIDER SYRUP



Cinnamon Dumplings With Apple-Cider Syrup image

This dessert is as sweetly comforting as pulling on a sweater on the first chilly fall day. It features cinnamon dumplings that are generously drizzled with warm, golden apple-cider syrup. They're easy to make: Just drop dough into a simmering sugar-cider mixture. These are best served warm with a cool dollop of creme fraiche.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
2 cups sugar
6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 large egg, plus 1 large egg yolk
1 1/2 tablespoons whole milk
4 cups apple cider
Creme fraiche, for serving

Steps:

  • Sift flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl; set aside. Stir together sugar and 3/4 cup water in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook, without stirring, until sugar begins to melt and turn light amber, about 14 minutes. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until sugar has melted and mixture turns medium amber, about 2 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, work butter into the flour mixture using your fingers or a pastry blender until flour is incorporated but mixture is still crumbly. Whisk together egg, egg yolk, and milk in a medium bowl. Form a well in the center of flour mixture; pour in egg mixture. Stir gently with a fork until combined.
  • Remove sugar mixture from heat; slowly whisk in cider. Return to heat; bring to a simmer. Using your hands or a small spoon, divide the dough evenly into 12 pieces, and roll into balls about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Carefully drop 6 balls of dough into the simmering cider syrup. Cook, turning once or twice to coat fully, until dumplings have tripled in size and are deep golden brown, about 20 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer dumplings to a platter, and cover. Repeat with remaining balls of dough. Divide dumplings among 6 bowls, and drizzle with the remaining cider syrup. Serve with creme fraiche.

CINNAMON APPLE QUICK BREAD WITH APPLE CIDER GLAZE



Cinnamon Apple Quick Bread With Apple Cider Glaze image

Warm spices, applesauce and a shredded tart apple make this homespun loaf comforting, but the gooey apple-cider glaze makes it stand out. You might want to double the amount of glaze, and drizzle it over ice cream, pancakes or maybe even your morning oatmeal.

Provided by Samantha Seneviratne

Categories     snack, quick breads, dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Unsalted butter, for greasing the pan
2 cups/255 grams all-purpose flour, plus more for the pan
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Pinch of ground cloves
1/2 cup/120 milliliters vegetable oil
1/2 cup/120 milliliters unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup/100 grams granulated sugar
1/2 cup/110 grams packed dark brown sugar
3 large eggs
1 large Granny Smith apple, unpeeled and shredded (about 1 cup)
1 cup/240 milliliters apple cider
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup/60 grams confectioners' sugar
Pinch of kosher salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Butter and flour an 8 1/2-inch-by-4 1/2-inch loaf pan. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg and cloves. In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, applesauce, sugars, eggs and apple.
  • Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Transfer to the prepared pan and bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 50 to 60 minutes.
  • Transfer to a rack to cool slightly, then remove the cake from the pan and let it cool completely.
  • When the cake has cooled, prepare the glaze: Bring the apple cider to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Continue to cook the cider until it has reduced to 1/3 cup, about 10 minutes. Add the butter, confectioners' sugar and salt. Reduce the heat to maintain a simmer and continue to cook the mixture, whisking often, until it has become syrupy and thickened slightly, about 4 minutes. Set aside to cool until it thickens slightly.
  • Drizzle the glaze over the cake, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 472, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 316 milligrams, Sugar 39 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CINNAMON STREUSEL APPLE CIDER MUFFINS



Cinnamon Streusel Apple Cider Muffins image

The streusel topping is what turns this from a good apple muffin recipe to a great apple muffin. The muffin itself is moist with a very mild flavor from the apples. But that streusel... oh my. Full of cinnamon, it bakes to a nice sugary crunch and really complements the apple flavors in the muffin. Just delicious!

Provided by Cheryl Culver

Categories     Muffins

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 3/4 c all-purpose flour
1/3 c sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 large egg
1 small apple, diced
3/4 c apple cider or apple juice
1/4 c cooking oil
STREUSEL:
1/3 c packed brown sugar
3 Tbsp flour
2 tsp cinnamon
3 Tbsp cold butter

Steps:

  • 1. How to Make it: Preheat your oven to 350° FOR STREUSEL: Stir brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon in small bowl. Cut in butter with a pastry blender. Set aside.
  • 2. FOR MUFFINS: Lightly oil twelve 2 1/2-inch muffin cups or line with paper baking cups; or 6 Jumbo Muffin Cups set aside.
  • 3. In a medium mixing bowl stir together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Make a well in the center.
  • 4. In a small mixing bowl combine egg, apple,apple cider, and oil.
  • 5. Add all at once to flour mixture.
  • 6. Stir just till moistened. (The batter should be lumpy.)
  • 7. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the batter into each prepared muffin cup.
  • 8. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of the brown sugar mixture over each.
  • 9. Fill with remaining batter. Sprinkle tops of muffins with remaining streusel.
  • 10. Bake in a preheated 350° F oven until golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.
  • 11. Remove muffins from pans; cool slightly on racks.

APPLE CIDER CAKE WITH CINNAMON CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



Apple Cider Cake with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting image

Categories     Cake     Cheese     Apple     Cinnamon

Yield serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter, at room temperature
3 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or in a large mixing bowl with a handheld mixer, beat together the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth and creamy, 4 to 5 minutes.

CINNAMON APPLE CIDER MONKEY BREAD



Cinnamon Apple Cider Monkey Bread image

I use the cold-weather staple apple cider-plus apples and more cinnamon-to turn plain cinnamon rolls into monkey bread. My boys love the sticky sweetness. —Kelly Walsh, Aviston, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 envelopes (0.74 ounce each) instant spiced cider mix
3 tubes (12.4 ounces each) refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing
2 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and chopped
1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
6 tablespoons butter, melted
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Combine cider mixes. Separate cinnamon rolls, setting aside icings; cut each roll into quarters. Add to cider mixture; toss to coat., Arrange a third of the dough pieces in a well-greased 10-in. fluted tube pan; top with half of the apples and half of the pecans. Repeat layers once. Top with remaining dough., Mix melted butter, cinnamon and icing from 1 container until blended. Drizzle over top of rolls. Bake until golden brown, 45-50 minutes. (If needed, cover top loosely with foil during last 5 minutes to prevent overbrowning.), Immediately invert monkey bread onto a serving plate; keep pan inverted 10 minutes, allowing bread to release. Remove pan. Meanwhile, microwave remaining icing, uncovered, until softened, about 10 seconds. Drizzle over monkey bread. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 553mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

WARM CINNAMON-ORANGE CIDER



Warm Cinnamon-Orange Cider image

As if by magic, the cinnamon candies melt, giving this spiced cider a rosy glow.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Beverage

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 bottle (64-ounce size) apple cider
2 cups orange juice
2 tablespoons red cinnamon candies
1 1/2 teaspoons whole allspice
1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons honey

Steps:

  • Heat apple cider, orange juice, candies and allspice to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Remove allspice. Stir in honey. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 5 mg

CINNAMON SPICED CIDER



Cinnamon Spiced Cider image

With my first sip of this brisk cider, I know autumn has arrived. It makes the kitchen smell so festive that I serve it during the holidays, too. Transfer it to a slow cooker set on low to keep it warm until the last party guest leaves. -Tina Butler, Royse City, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 5

2-1/2 quarts apple cider or juice
1/2 cup Red Hots
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
1/2 teaspoon whole cloves

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine cider, Red Hots and nutmeg. Place cinnamon sticks and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather up corners of cloth to enclose seasonings; tie securely with string. Add to Dutch oven., Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally to loosen candies. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10-15 minutes or until flavors are blended. Discard spice bag.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 21mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CIDER-POACHED APPLES WITH CINNAMON YOGURT



Cider-Poached Apples With Cinnamon Yogurt image

Lovely diabetic dessert, or for all to enjoy! (from diabetic cooking) Dietary exchanges 2 fruit, 1 fat

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup apple cider or 1 cup apple juice
1/2 cinnamon sticks or 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 golden delicious apple, peeled, halved and cored
1/4 cup nonfat vanilla yogurt, sweetened with artificial sweeter (aspartame)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup toasted chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Bring apple cider and cinnamon stick to a boil in small sauce pan over high heat.
  • Let boil, uncovered, about 20 minutes or until liquid is reduced to about 1/2 cup.
  • Add apples; cover and simmer about 10 minutes or until apples are just tender.
  • Gently remove apple halves and poaching liquid from saucepan.
  • Refrigerate until cooled.
  • Combine yogurt and ground cinnamon in small bowl;reserve 1 tablespoon.
  • Divide remaining yogurt mixture evenly among 2 dessert dishes.
  • Place apple halves on top of sauce.
  • Sprinkle each apple half with toasted pecans.
  • Drizzle with reserved yogurt sauce.

CINNAMON ORANGE CIDER



Cinnamon Orange Cider image

As the season warms up, this pretty beverage is sure to be a hit! You just might want to double this recipe and then fill the punch bowl for guests. -Mark Morgan, Waterford, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 1-1/2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups apple cider or juice
2 cups orange juice
3 tablespoons Red Hots
1-1/2 teaspoons whole allspice
4-1/2 teaspoons honey

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the cider, juice and candies. Place the allspice on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with string to form a bag. Add to pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until flavors are blended, 5 minutes. , Discard spice bag; stir in honey. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker; keep warm over low heat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 17mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CINNAMON DUMPLINGS WITH APPLE CIDER SYRUP



Cinnamon Dumplings With Apple Cider Syrup image

Make and share this Cinnamon Dumplings With Apple Cider Syrup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     Breads

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups flour
2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1 large egg
1 large egg yolk
1 1/2 tablespoons milk
1/4 cup apple cider
2 cups sugar
6 tablespoons cold butter, cut in 1/2-inch pcs

Steps:

  • sift flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon in medium bowl.set aside.
  • stir together sugar, and 3/4 cup water in large pan.over medium heat.
  • cook without stirring still sugar begins to melt and turns to amber color -- about 14 minutes.
  • continue to cook, stirring occasionally.about 2 minutes more or medium amber.
  • work butter into flour till crumbly.
  • whisk butter into flour till crumbly.
  • forming a well in the center of the flour mixture -- pour in egg.
  • stir gently with fork till combined.
  • remove sugar mixture from heat, slowly whisk in cider.
  • return to heat.bring to simmer.
  • using hands, divide dough into 12 pieces.roll into balls --
  • drop balls into cider.cook, turning over once or twice until tripled in size and golden brown.
  • remove with slotted spoon to a platter and cover.
  • repeat with remaining dough.
  • drizzle with remaining syrup.
  • top with cool whip -- .

APPLE CIDER CINNAMON ROLLS



Apple Cider Cinnamon Rolls image

Feeling creative, I put an apple spin on a traditional cinnamon roll recipe. The results were yummy! A panful is perfect for a weekend morning in autumn.-Kim Forni, Claremont, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup apple cider or juice
1/4 cup plus 1/3 cup butter, softened, divided
1 large egg, room temperature
2 cups finely chopped peeled tart apples
1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar
3/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 cups apple cider or juice
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 2-1/4 cups flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a small saucepan, heat the milk, cider and 1/4 cup butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Add egg; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky)., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes. Roll into a 15x10-in. rectangle. Spread remaining butter to within 1/2 in. of edges. Combine the apples, brown sugar, walnuts and cinnamon; sprinkle over butter., Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal. Cut into 12 slices. Place cut side down in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 325°., Bake until golden brown, 30-35 minutes. For frosting, place cider and cinnamon stick in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to 1/4 cup, about 20 minutes. Discard cinnamon stick; cool cider. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add confectioners' sugar and reduced cider; beat until smooth. Spread over warm rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540 calories, Fat 25g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 272mg sodium, Carbohydrate 74g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

CINNAMON CIDER



Cinnamon Cider image

A delicious cinnamon and fruit cider ready in 35 minutes! Impress your guest with this hot drink!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Beverage

Time 35m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 gallon apple cider
2/3 cup sugar
2 teaspoons whole allspice
2 teaspoons whole cloves
2 cinnamon sticks, 3 inches long
2 oranges, studded with cloves

Steps:

  • In 4-quart Dutch oven, heat all ingredients except oranges to boiling; reduce heat. Cover; simmer 20 minutes.
  • Strain punch through sieve or colander. Pour into small heatproof punch bowl. Float oranges in bowl. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 0 mg, Sugar 16 g, TransFat 0 g

MAPLE-POACHED APPLES WITH CINNAMON- GLAZED PECANS AND CIDER GRANITE



Maple-Poached Apples With Cinnamon- Glazed Pecans And Cider Granite image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     dessert

Time 4h

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups apple cider
1/3 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 egg whites
2 tablespoons water
2 cups pecans
1 1/2 cups maple syrup
3 cups water
3/4 cup rum
4 large apples, peeled and cored

Steps:

  • To make the granite, pour the cider into a large metal pan and place in the freezer until firm throughout but not frozen solid, about 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, to make the pecans, preheat oven to 250 degrees. Combine the sugar and cinnamon in a medium bowl. In another bowl, whisk together the egg whites and water until frothy. Place the pecans in the egg-white mixture and stir to coat. Drain well. Place the pecans in the cinnamon sugar and toss to coat well. Spread the nuts on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake until the pecans begin to dry out, about 45 minutes, stirring twice. Set aside; you will not need all the pecans for this recipe.
  • To make the apples, combine the maple syrup, water and rum in a medium nonreactive saucepan. Bring to a simmer and add the apples. Cover and poach until the apples are tender, about 15 minutes. Remove the apples and set aside. Bring the poaching liquid to a boil. Reduce the heat slightly and simmer until reduced to 1 cup, about 30 minutes.
  • To serve, coat the bottom of 4 plates with the syrup mixture. Place 1 apple and a scoop of the granite on each plate. Scatter some cinnamon pecans over the plate and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 993, UnsaturatedFat 31 grams, Carbohydrate 148 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 51 milligrams, Sugar 125 grams

WARM CINNAMON ORANGE CIDER



Warm Cinnamon Orange Cider image

A warm cider made using cinnamon and orange is perfect to serve at any holiday - ready in 10 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Beverage

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups cranberry-apple juice drink or apple cider
2 cups orange juice
2 tablespoons red cinnamon candies
1 1/2 teaspoons whole allspice
1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons honey

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients except honey in 3-quart saucepan. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Remove allspice. Stir in honey. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 5 mg

CIDER-BRINED TURKEY WITH STAR ANISE AND CINNAMON



Cider-Brined Turkey with Star Anise and Cinnamon image

"Brining the turkey overnight keeps it moist and seasons the interior of the meat," says Lo. "The ingredients, except the cider, are classic 'red-cooking' flavorings used in Chinese cooking to braise and glaze meats like pork or duck." Tent the turkey-especially the wings-with foil if it darkens too quickly while roasting.

Provided by Anita Lo

Categories     turkey     Thanksgiving     Dinner     Fall     Cinnamon     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 quarts plus 1 cup apple cider
1 cup kosher salt plus more
1 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup (packed) light brown sugar
16 whole black peppercorns
8 whole star anise pods plus more for garnish
6 garlic cloves, smashed
6 scallions, white parts only, trimmed, split lengthwise
6 1/4"-thick slices unpeeled ginger
5 dried shiitake mushrooms
2 3"-4" cinnamon sticks plus more

Steps:

  • Bring 2 quarts cider, 1 cup salt, and the next 10 ingredients to a boil in a very large (16-quart) pot, stirring to dissolve salt and sugar. Let cool to room temperature. Stir in 1 1/2 gallons cold water. Add turkey to brine and press down to submerge. Cover; refrigerate overnight.
  • Remove turkey from brine and pat dry with paper towels; discard brine. Season lightly inside and out with salt and pepper. Place turkey, breast side up, on a rack set in a large heavy roasting pan and tie legs together with kitchen twine. Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Combine the remaining 1 cup of cider and 3 cups water in roasting pan. Scatter apples around. Brush turkey with butter. Flip breast side down.
  • Roast turkey, breast side down, basting occasionally, for 1 hour. Using paper towels, flip turkey. Roast, basting occasionally, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 165°F, 1-1 1/2 hours longer. transfer turkey to a platter. Let rest for at least 20 minutes before carving.
  • Meanwhile, strain the juices from the roasting pan into a saucepan, reserving apples. Simmer over medium heat until juices have thickened, about 10 minutes. Serve the cider jus alongside the turkey and apples and garnish with extra star anise pods and cinnamon sticks.

HOLIDAY HOT CINNAMON CIDER



Holiday Hot Cinnamon Cider image

Make and share this Holiday Hot Cinnamon Cider recipe from Food.com.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Beverages

Time 15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 quarts apple cider
1/3 cup red cinnamon candies
1 tablespoon whole allspice
3 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • In saucepan, combine apple cider, cinnamon candies and allspice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove allspice. Stir in honey.

WARMED CINNAMON APPLES & CARAMEL CIDER SAUCE



Warmed Cinnamon Apples & Caramel Cider Sauce image

Make and share this Warmed Cinnamon Apples & Caramel Cider Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup pecans, coarsely chopped, candied
4 pink lady apples, Ida
1/4 cup raisins, golden
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, fresh ground
2 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar, dark
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, small cubes
1 tablespoon orange rind, grated
1 teaspoon flour
1/2 cup apple cider
1/2 cup brown sugar, dark
2 tablespoons orange juice
1/4 cup juice (reserved apple baking juices)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Peel the skin from the top third of each apple.
  • With a melon baller or a paring knife core the apples, leaving the bottom intact so that it can hold the delicious filling.
  • In a bowl combine the pecans, raisins, sugar, butter, orange rind, flour and cinnamon, blend well.
  • Gently stuff the apples with the mixture.
  • Place the filled apples upright in a small baking dish and pour the apple cider over top of the apples.
  • Cover with tin foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  • Remove the apples from the oven, (keep them covered) drain the cider, into a small pot and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, set aside until needed.
  • In a small pan, on medium, heat the sugar and orange juice until sugar dissolves.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes or until sugar has turned a golden color.
  • Carefully pour the reserved apple cider into the orange sugar mixture. It will bubble and spit, once it has stopped then slowly stir to blend together.
  • When ready to serve pour sauce over the apples and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.9, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 17.4, Carbohydrate 64.2, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 55.4, Protein 1.5

CINNAMON- ORANGE CIDER



Cinnamon- Orange Cider image

I got this recipe from a friend at church. It is a great change from the regular hot cider. I make this for my family for Valentine's Day. It warms our bodies as well as our hearts.

Provided by Beverley Williams

Categories     Hot Drinks

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

32 oz apple cider
2 c orange juice
2 Tbsp red cinnamon candies
1 1/2 tsp whole allspice
1 1/2 Tbsp honey

Steps:

  • 1. Place cider, orange juice, allspice and cinnamon candies in a pan.
  • 2. Heat to boiling. Then reduce heat.
  • 3. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • 4. Remove the allspice.
  • 5. Stir in the honey.
  • 6. Serve warm.
  • 7. You can garnish with a cinnamon stick if desired.

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Apples: Opt for firm and tart apples like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn to achieve the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity in your cider.
  • Freshness Counts: Use fresh apples for the best flavor and aroma. If using store-bought cider, choose one that is unfiltered and contains no added sugars or preservatives.
  • Simmer, Don't Boil: Maintain a gentle simmer throughout the cooking process to extract the flavors without overpowering the cider with a harsh taste.
  • Customize Your Spices: Feel free to adjust the spices according to your preference. Add more cinnamon sticks for a stronger cinnamon flavor, or experiment with other spices like nutmeg, cloves, or allspice.
  • Garnish for Presentation: Before serving, consider garnishing your cider with a cinnamon stick, orange peel, or apple slices for an extra touch of elegance and festive appeal.

Conclusion:

Homemade cinnamon cider is a delightful and versatile beverage that can be enjoyed during the holidays or as a cozy treat on a chilly evening. With its blend of sweet and tangy flavors, aromatic spices, and the warmth of cinnamon, this cider offers a comforting and festive experience. Whether you prefer it hot or cold, spiked or non-alcoholic, cinnamon cider is sure to be a hit among your family and friends. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and embark on a culinary journey that will fill your home with the irresistible aroma of cinnamon and apples. Happy sipping!

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