Best 8 Cinnamon Spiced Cider Recipes

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Indulge in the comforting aromas and flavors of autumn with our collection of delectable cinnamon-spiced cider recipes. From the classic stovetop method to slow cooker and Instant Pot variations, we have a recipe for every taste and occasion. Discover the perfect balance of sweet and spicy with our traditional cinnamon-spiced cider, made with a symphony of apples, oranges, lemons, and warming spices. For a more robust flavor, try our slow cooker apple cider with a medley of spices and a hint of maple syrup. And for those who love the convenience of a one-pot meal, our Instant Pot apple cider is a quick and easy way to enjoy this seasonal delight.

Explore our collection of cinnamon-spiced cider recipes, each with its unique twist. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or crave something a bit different, you're sure to find a recipe that will warm your heart and soul. So gather your ingredients, choose your preferred recipe, and embark on a culinary journey filled with the essence of fall.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CINNAMON SPICED CIDER



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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.

SPICED CIDER



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I first concocted this beverage years ago for my son on a chilly New England day. He's grown now, but he still enjoys this tangy cider whenever he comes for a visit. -Debbie Terenzini, Lusby, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 cups apple cider or juice
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Additional cinnamon sticks, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first 6 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Discard cinnamon sticks. Use additional cinnamon sticks for stirrers if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 54mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

SPICED CIDER



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Nancy Fuller, of Food Network's Farmhouse Rules, shares her recipe for warm Spiced Cider spiked with bourbon.

Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     beverage

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 cups (1 gallon) apple cider
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1 teaspoon allspice
Pinch grated nutmeg
2 teaspoons whole cloves
1 orange
Cinnamon sticks, for garnish
2 cups bourbon, optional

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, add the apple cider. Stir in the brown sugar, allspice and nutmeg until the sugar is dissolved and bring to a low boil.
  • Stick the pointy ends of the cloves into the orange so that just the buds of the cloves are visible. The entire orange should be covered with the cloves.
  • Add the orange to the cider and reduce the heat to simmer. Cover and continue cooking for 20 minutes.
  • Serve in warm mugs with a cinnamon stick garnish. For adults, add bourbon to the cider.

SPICED ORANGE-CINNAMON CIDER



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This is the perfect drink for holiday entertaining or family get-togethers. It's sweet and spicy, and can be made adult friendly with a healthy shot of your favorite whiskey.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Cider

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups freshly squeezed orange juice
3 cups apple cider
2 oranges, thinly sliced
1 lime, thinly sliced
4 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks
8 whole cloves
1 star anise
2 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • Combine orange juice, apple cider, orange slices, lime slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise in a large saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Remove cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise. Stir in honey and keep warm.
  • Pour warm cider into cups and garnish with a cinnamon stick for stirring and several orange and lime slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39.3 g, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 1.2 g, Sodium 19.3 mg, Sugar 30.7 g

HOT SPIKED CIDER



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A 'spiked' version of the traditional hot cider - great for fall or holiday gatherings. This can be made in large quantities and kept warm in an electric coffee server.

Provided by debmallonee

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Rum Drinks Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 quart water
3 orange spice tea bags
½ cup light brown sugar
2 cups apple cider
1 ½ cups light rum
8 cinnamon sticks
3 teaspoons butter

Steps:

  • Pour water into a large saucepan and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and toss in the orange spice tea bags. Cover and let steep 5 minutes. Remove tea bags and stir in sugar, apple cider, rum, and 2 of the cinnamon sticks. Heat just to steaming -- do not boil.
  • Ladle hot cider into 6 mugs and drop 1/2 teaspoon butter into each. Garnish with a cinnamon "swizzle" stick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 5.4 mg, Fat 2 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 34 mg, Sugar 27.3 g

SPICY SPIKED CIDER



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Served warm or on ice, our spicy spiked cider with rum and apple cider is a fall cocktail crowd-pleaser.

Provided by Inspired Taste

Categories     Beverage

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon whole cloves
3 whole cinnamon sticks
2 whole star anise
4 cups apple cider
Juice of 1 orange (1/3 to 1/2 cup)
3/4 cup spiced rum (if desired, use more or less)
Ice

Steps:

  • For Cinnamon-Sugar Rim, in small bowl, mix sugar and ground cinnamon. Pour onto plate; set aside.
  • In 3-quart saucepan, place cloves, cinnamon sticks and star anise. Cook over medium heat 1 minute or until lightly toasted. Add apple cider and orange juice; simmer 10 minutes (do not boil). Cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, lightly moisten rim of each of 4 mugs or glasses. Invert mugs into cinnamon-sugar; twist until rim has been evenly coated.
  • Add rum to cooled cider; strain to remove spices. Place ice in mugs; ladle cider over ice.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

SPICED APPLE CIDER



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When the temperature drops outside, I like to warm up family and friends with steaming mugs of simple spiced cider. The recipe can easily be doubled for a larger group.-Deirdre Cox, Kansas City, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 cups apple cider or juice
8 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
2 lemon zest strips
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
8 whole cloves
4 slices red apple, cored and cut in half

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the apple cider, cinnamon sticks, lemon zest and nutmeg. Insert a clove into each apple slice; add to cider., Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 1 minute. Discard lemon zest strip. Ladle into mugs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 19mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

EASY APPLE CIDER



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Simple spiced apple cider! I used to buy the spices already mixed at the grocery store, and they stopped carrying it this year, so I just made my own. This is great for a shower or get together and the slow cooker keeps it warm, so guests can enjoy it through the night. When it's done, it's great mixed with spiced rum and/or a slice of orange! Leftover cider is great cold too!

Provided by JANE MN

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cider Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (64 fluid ounce) bottle apple cider
3 cinnamon sticks
1 teaspoon whole allspice
1 teaspoon whole cloves
⅓ cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • In a slow cooker, combine apple cider and cinnamon sticks. Wrap allspice and cloves in a small piece of cheesecloth, and add to pot. Stir in brown sugar. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat, and keep warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.5 calories, Carbohydrate 43.4 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 31.1 mg, Sugar 37.6 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples: Use a variety of apples that offer a balance of sweet, tart, and aromatic flavors. Some good options include Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, and Braeburn.
  • Don't skimp on the spices: Cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves are the classic spices used in apple cider, but you can also add other spices like ginger, allspice, or cardamom to create a unique flavor profile.
  • Simmer, don't boil: Bring the cider to a simmer and then reduce the heat to low. Simmering the cider will help to extract the flavors from the apples and spices without scorching the cider.
  • Strain the cider: Once the cider has simmered for 30 minutes, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the solids. This will give you a smooth, clear cider.
  • Serve warm or cold: Apple cider can be served warm or cold. If you're serving it warm, heat it gently over low heat until it's just warmed through. If you're serving it cold, chill it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Conclusion:

Cinnamon-spiced apple cider is a delicious and festive drink that's perfect for fall and winter gatherings. It's easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. Whether you like it sweet, tart, or spicy, there's an apple cider recipe out there for you. So grab a mug and enjoy a warm, flavorful cup of apple cider today!

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