Spiced Apple Cider

Name: Spiced Apple Cider
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 10 servings (about 2 quarts)
Ingredients: 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

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Yield 10 servings (about 2 quarts)

Test Kitchen Approved

Sweet and tangy apple cider takes on the flavors and aromas of cinnamon, allspice and nutmeg in this cozy fall beverage. This hot spiced apple cider recipe is perfect for chilly evenings.

Ingredients

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

Directions

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

1 cup: 138 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 54mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.

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

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