Best 20 Hot Apple Cider Recipes

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Indulge in the warm and comforting aroma of hot apple cider, a quintessential beverage that embodies the essence of fall and winter gatherings. This classic drink is a symphony of sweet, tangy, and spiced flavors, crafted from the finest selection of apples and infused with a medley of aromatic spices. Whether you prefer a traditional stovetop method or the convenience of a slow cooker, our collection of hot apple cider recipes offers something for every taste and occasion.

In our guide, you'll find a classic stovetop recipe that yields a rich and flavorful cider, perfect for sipping by the fireplace on a chilly evening. For those who love their cider with a kick, we have a tantalizing recipe that incorporates the warmth of cinnamon, cloves, and a hint of cayenne pepper. If you're hosting a party, our slow-cooker hot apple cider recipe is a lifesaver, allowing you to effortlessly create a large batch of this crowd-pleasing beverage.

For those with a sweet tooth, our caramel apple cider recipe is an absolute delight, featuring a luscious caramel sauce that adds an extra layer of indulgence to the classic drink. And if you're looking for a non-alcoholic option, our sparkling apple cider recipe is a refreshing and festive alternative, perfect for holiday celebrations.

No matter your preference, our hot apple cider recipes are sure to warm your heart and bring joy to your taste buds. So, gather your ingredients, choose your favorite recipe, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you feeling cozy and content.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SLOW COOKER HOT SPICED APPLE CIDER (WASSAIL)



Slow Cooker Hot Spiced Apple Cider (Wassail) image

With just four ingredients - okay, five if you spike it with your favorite rum - this Crock Pot hot spiced apple cider couldn't be any easier to make. It's the perfect excuse to get out there and rake the leaves.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Categories     beverages

Time 4h10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 quarts apple cider (64 ounces or 8 cups)
6 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks
1 medium organic naval orange*
2 tablespoons whole cloves
Rum of your choice (optional)
Additional cinnamon sticks for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Pour apple cider into a 2.5-quart or larger Crock Pot or other slow cooker. Add cinnamon sticks.
  • With a toothpick, poke holes all around the orange, about 1/2 inch to 1 inch apart. Carefully poke the cloves into the toothpick holes in the orange.
  • Place orange into the cider in the slow cooker.
  • Cook on low until hot and spiced through, about 4 hours. Ladle into mugs along with an ounce or so of rum if using. Place a cinnamon stick in each glass if desired and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 125 kcal, Sugar 24 g, Sodium 12 mg, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Carbohydrate 31 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1 g

HOT APPLE CIDER



Hot Apple Cider image

In this recipe, brown sugar and spices add extra flavor to already delicious apple cider. -Marlys Benning, Wellsburg, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1 teaspoon ground allspice
3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches), broken
1 gallon apple cider

Steps:

  • Fill the filter-lined basket of a large automatic percolator with the brown sugar, cloves, allspice and cinnamon sticks. Prepare as you would coffee according to manufacturer's directions, but substitute cider for water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 23mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

HOT APPLE CIDER



Hot Apple Cider image

Nothing beats a mug of hot cider on a cold winter day. This recipe is great as it calls for fresh apple cider and pure maple syrup. Start with only 6 strips each of the orange and lemon peel, and adjust to taste.

Provided by Angel

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cider Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups apple cider
¼ cup real maple syrup
2 cinnamon sticks
6 whole cloves
6 whole allspice berries
1 orange peel, cut into strips
1 lemon peel, cut into strips

Steps:

  • Pour the apple cider and maple syrup into a large stainless steel saucepan.
  • Place the cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice berries, orange peel and lemon peel in the center of a washed square of cheesecloth; fold up the sides of the cheesecloth to enclose the bundle, then tie it up with a length of kitchen string. Drop the spice bundle into the cider mixture.
  • Place the saucepan over moderate heat for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the cider is very hot but not boiling.
  • Remove the cider from the heat. Discard the spice bundle. Ladle the cider into big cups or mugs, adding a fresh cinnamon stick to each serving if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.7 calories, Carbohydrate 40 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.2 g, Sodium 29.4 mg, Sugar 33.9 g

HOT APPLE CIDER WITH RUM



Hot Apple Cider with Rum image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 15m

Yield 2 quarts, about 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 apple
2 teaspoons whole cloves
1 orange, thinly sliced
2 quarts apple cider
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 teaspoon allspice
Pinch grated nutmeg
1 cup dark rum
Cinnamon sticks, garnish

Steps:

  • Stud the apple with the cloves. In a medium pot, combine the studded apple and remaining ingredients except the rum. Slowly bring to a simmer over low heat. Simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and add the rum. Discard the apple. Ladle into mugs and garnish each with a cinnamon stick. Serve immediately.

HOT CRANBERRY-APPLE CIDER



Hot Cranberry-Apple Cider image

Warm up with a mug of our delicious cider made with cranberry juice, apple cider, brown sugar and cinnamon. For an adult version, add some spiced rum or cinnamon schnapps!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Beverage

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 quarts apple cider
1 1/2 quarts cranberry juice (not cocktail, no sugar added)
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
4 sticks cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons whole cloves
Spiced rum or cinnamon schnapps, if desired
1 orange, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In 4-quart saucepan, mix all ingredients. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 15 minutes. Strain.
  • Pour into stemmed mugs and add a shot of spiced rum or cinnamon schnapps if desired.
  • Garnish with fresh orange slices. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 10 mg, Sugar 23 g, TransFat 0 g

HOT SPICED APPLE CIDER



Hot Spiced Apple Cider image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     beverage

Time 20m

Yield 5 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups fresh apple cider
4 whole black peppercorns
6 or 7 (2 to 3-inch) cinnamon sticks
3 whole dried cloves
1 star anise
1 navel orange
Good bourbon, such as Maker's Mark (optional)
1 crisp red apple

Steps:

  • Place the apple cider, peppercorns, one of the cinnamon sticks, the cloves, and the star anise in a medium saucepan. Cut a large (1 by 4-inch) peel from the orange using a vegetable peeler and add it to the pan. Bring the cider mixture to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer for 5 minutes. Strain into a 4-cup glass measuring cup and discard the solids.
  • Pour the hot cider into mugs or heatproof glasses. Add 2 tablespoons of bourbon to each mug. Cut the orange in half through the stem, slice crosswise in 1/4-inch-thick half-rounds, and add one slice to each mug. Cut the apple in half through the stem, remove the core, slice crosswise in 1/4-inch-thick half-rounds, and add one slice to each glass.
  • Serve hot with a cinnamon stick in each glass for stirring.

HOT CARAMEL APPLE CIDER



Hot Caramel Apple Cider image

Warm up a cold day with a mug of hot apple cider topped with a hint of caramel.

Provided by cookincrazy:)

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Juice Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup heavy whipping cream
¼ cup brown sugar
3 cups apple cider
½ cup water
½ cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Steps:

  • Heat 1/4 cup cream and 1/4 cup brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until mixture starts to boil. Raise heat to medium-high and stir in apple cider and water. Cook until mixture starts to simmer, about 4 minutes.
  • Beat 1/2 cup cream and 1 tablespoon brown sugar together in a bowl until soft peaks form. Lift your beater or whisk straight up: the whipping cream will form soft mounds rather than a sharp peak.
  • Pour cider into mugs and top with caramel whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.3 calories, Carbohydrate 42.9 g, Cholesterol 61.1 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 43.3 mg, Sugar 38.2 g

SPICED HOT APPLE CIDER



Spiced Hot Apple Cider image

During cool-weather season, my husband and I take this soul-warming drink outside by the fire pit. Our house smells amazing while the cider is simmering! -Lisa Bynum, Brandon, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 2h10m

Yield 10 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
1 piece fresh gingerroot (about 1 inch), thinly sliced
1 teaspoon whole allspice
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1/2 teaspoon cardamom pods, crushed
2 quarts apple cider or juice
Rum, optional

Steps:

  • Place first five ingredients on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose spice mixture; tie securely with string., Place cider and spice bag in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, to allow flavors to blend, 2-3 hours. Discard spice bag. If desired, stir in rum.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 20mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

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

HOT APPLE CIDER PUNCH



Hot Apple Cider Punch image

Make and share this Hot Apple Cider Punch recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Miss Erin C.

Categories     Punch Beverage

Time 30m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 gallon apple cider
1 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons allspice
2 teaspoons cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 dashes ground nutmeg
4 large cinnamon sticks

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients together and heat in a crockpot on high until hot.

SPIKED HOT APPLE CIDER



Spiked Hot Apple Cider image

Great for a night by the fireplace or a holiday party! For a stronger drink use 100-proof liquor. Serve with a cinnamon stick in the glass.

Provided by PastaGeek7

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Rum Drinks Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 gallon apple cider
3 cinnamon sticks, broken into halves
1 orange peel, cut into 1-inch chunks
2 tablespoons raisins, or to taste
1 tablespoon whole cloves, or to taste
1 (750 milliliter) bottle spiced rum

Steps:

  • Heat apple cider in a large pot over medium heat; add cinnamon sticks, orange peel, raisins, and cloves. Simmer apple cider mixture until flavors have blended, about 30 minutes. Remove from heat and stir rum into apple cider mixture; strain into a punch bowl or container. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 29.2 mg, Sugar 29.4 g

HOT SPICED CRANBERRY APPLE CIDER



Hot Spiced Cranberry Apple Cider image

Make and share this Hot Spiced Cranberry Apple Cider recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Beverages

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups cranberry juice cocktail
1 1/2 cups apple cider
3 tablespoons sugar
4 slices peeled fresh ginger (1/4 inch thick)
5 cardamom pods
12 black peppercorns
2 slices fresh orange slices (to garnish, 4-inches long)
5 whole cloves, plus additional for studding orange slices

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except garnish in a medium saucepan and simmer, covered, 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let stand, covered, 20 minutes.
  • Strain through a sieve into a heatproof pitcher; pour into heatproof glasses.

HOT APPLE CIDER WITH GINGER



Hot Apple Cider with Ginger image

Lemon zest and fresh ginger in addition to the usual warming spices amp up this wintertime classic.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes

Time 35m

Yield Makes 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lemon, scrubbed, plus slices for serving
4 cups apple cider
1 cinnamon stick
8 whole cloves
2 inches fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Using a vegetable peeler, peel lemon zest in long strips (avoiding the white pith). Squeeze 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
  • In a medium pot, combine cider, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and lemon zest. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer; cover and cook 10 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes. Add lemon juice and strain; discard solids. Serve warm, with lemon slices.

CROCK POT HOT APPLE CIDER



Crock Pot Hot Apple Cider image

I got this recipe from the Sandlake Country Inn on the Oregon coast. They always have a hot pot of it on a table in the entrance hall for their guests. We love it!

Provided by MailbagMary

Categories     Beverages

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup brown sugar
2 quarts apple cider
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1 1/2 teaspoons whole cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
1/4 cup orange juice concentrate

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a crock pot. Cover and simmer on low for 2-4 hours. Strain before serving hot. Serves 8.

HOT APPLE CIDER TODDY



Hot Apple Cider Toddy image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     beverage

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups apple cider
1 stick (8 tablespoons) butter, softened
1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
8 graham crackers
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
2 teaspoons rum extract
2 cups non-dairy whipped topping
4 whole cinnamon sticks
4 shots bourbon whiskey

Steps:

  • Heat the apple cider in a nonreactive saucepan.
  • In a bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves. Whip until the butter becomes creamy and the ingredients are incorporated. Place the graham crackers and pumpkin pie spice in a plastic baggie and crush with a rolling pin. Combine the rum extract with the non-dairy whipped topping. In a footed coffee glass, place a single cinnamon stick and a slice of spiced butter. Pour 1 shot whiskey into the glass. Ladle the hot cider to fill the glass. Garnish with a dollop of rum-flavored topping and a sprinkle of graham cracker crumb mixture. Serve warm.

TEXAS HOT APPLE CIDER



Texas Hot Apple Cider image

This Texas hot apple cider will warm your boots on a cold night! There is enough for the state of Texas in this recipe. It's big! Perfect for parties! Plus it will make your house smell so good!

Provided by Michelle

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cider Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 gallon apple cider
1 quart pineapple juice
1 pinch ground nutmeg, or more to taste
20 whole cloves
1 orange
5 cinnamon sticks, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Mix apple cider, pineapple juice, and nutmeg in a large pot.
  • Press cloves into orange in the shape of Texas. Float orange and cinnamon sticks in the cider mixture.
  • Heat cider mixture over medium heat until warmed and flavors have combined, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.2 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 21.5 mg, Sugar 23.3 g

HOT BUTTERED APPLE CIDER



Hot Buttered Apple Cider image

Hot apple cider sweetened with maple syrup and topped with butter and spices. A wonderful drink on a cold night or morning. You will have spiced butter left over for your next batch!

Provided by KAREN325

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cider Recipes

Time 21m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) bottle apple cider
½ cup pure maple syrup
½ cup butter, softened
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground allspice

Steps:

  • In slow cooker over low heat, cook apple cider with maple syrup for 20 minutes or until steaming hot.
  • In a small bowl, combine butter, nutmeg and allspice. Mix well.
  • Pour cider into mugs and top with a teaspoon of spice butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.2 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 90.1 mg, Sugar 18.5 g

HOT CRAN-APPLE CIDER



Hot Cran-Apple Cider image

This sparkly refreshing fruit drink is part of every holiday occasion I host. A tangy twist on plain apple cider, it fills the house with warm Christmas aromas as it simmers.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 teaspoon whole cloves
1 medium navel orange
1 medium lemon
4 cups apple cider or juice
3 cups cranberry juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)

Steps:

  • Insert cloves into orange. Cut orange and lemon into slices. In a large saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients; add orange and lemon slices. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. , Remove cinnamon sticks and fruit slices with a slotted spoon if desired before serving. Ladle into mugs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 16mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

RED HOT'S HOT APPLE CIDER



Red Hot's Hot Apple Cider image

Make and share this Red Hot's Hot Apple Cider recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Cookin In Texas

Categories     Beverages

Time 25m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 quarts apple cider or 2 quarts apple juice
1/2 cup red-hot candies

Steps:

  • NOTE: You can find Red Hot's cinnamon candies usually in the candy isle of any grocery store, most come in a bag, they are located most of the time where the hard candies hang.
  • Best made in a large coffee pot (the big metal ones)
  • But you can use microwave or stove.
  • Slowly heat the apple cider and the red hots to melt the candies in juice, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • Best when served hot.

HOT APPLE PINEAPPLE CIDER



Hot Apple Pineapple Cider image

A hot beverage like this is savored here when chilly weather returns after summer. The clove-studded orange slices are so attractive. -SueGronholz

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium navel orange, cut into 1/2-inch slices
50 to 60 whole cloves
6 cups apple cider or juice
1 cinnamon stick (4 inches)
2-1/4 cups unsweetened pineapple juice
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Additional cinnamon sticks, optional

Steps:

  • Cut orange slices in half. Using a wooden toothpick, poke holes in the peel of each orange slice at 1/2-in. intervals. Insert a clove into each hole; set aside., In a large saucepan, bring apple juice and cinnamon stick to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the pineapple juice, honey, lemon juice, zest and nutmeg; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minute. , Discard cinnamon stick. Garnish with orange slices. Serve warm with additional cinnamon sticks for stirrers if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 16mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • Select the right apples: Use a combination of sweet and tart apples for a balanced flavor. Popular choices include Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, and Pink Lady.
  • Simmer, don't boil: Bring the cider to a simmer over medium-low heat and maintain a gentle simmer throughout the cooking process. Boiling can cause the cider to lose its flavor and become too concentrated.
  • Use whole spices: Whole spices, such as cinnamon sticks, cloves, and nutmeg, infuse the cider with a deeper and more complex flavor compared to ground spices.
  • Sweeten to taste: Adjust the amount of sweetener, such as sugar or honey, based on your personal preference. Start with a small amount and add more as needed.
  • Garnish for presentation: Enhance the visual appeal of your hot apple cider by garnishing it with a cinnamon stick, a slice of apple, or a dollop of whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Hot apple cider is a classic fall and winter beverage that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its warm and inviting aroma, sweet and tangy flavor, and the ability to customize it to your liking, it's no wonder why this drink is a beloved tradition. Whether you prefer a simple recipe or one with additional spices and flavors, there's a hot apple cider variation out there for everyone. So, gather your ingredients, grab a cozy mug, and indulge in the comforting goodness of this timeless beverage.

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