Hot Mulled Cider
This feeds a crowd, but can easily be halved if needed. You can change up the spices and fruits to your tastes, too. If you have any leftovers, just strain into a container and refrigerate for up to a week. IF you have leftovers…
Ingredients
- 1 gallon apple cider, excellent-quality
- 5 1/3 cups brown sugar, light or dark
- 8 whole cinnamon sticks
- 2 tablespoons whole cloves
- 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg, freshly grated is better
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 2 cups fresh, whole cranberries
- 2 oranges, sliced
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 whole star anise
Instructions
Slow Cooker Method:
- Place all the ingredients into a slow cooker set to high. Heat for 4-6 hours, stirring occasionally, to dissolve the sugar. Keep on high setting if you’re wanting to serve piping hot. You can lower the heat to low setting if desired. Feel free to strain the solids out of the cider if you’d like. Serve hot.
Stovetop Method:
- Place all the ingredients into a stockpot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Stir occasionally to dissolve the sugar. Turn the heat down to low to maintain the heat. Serve the mulled cider while hot.
Nutrition Facts
Hot Mulled Cider
Amount per Serving
Calories
369
% Daily Value*
Fat
0.4
g
1
%
Saturated Fat
0.21
g
1
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.17
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.07
g
Sodium
82.7
mg
4
%
Potassium
423
mg
12
%
Carbohydrates
109
g
36
%
Fiber
3.44
g
14
%
Sugar
103.9
g
115
%
Protein
0.6
g
1
%
Vitamin C
11.83
mg
14
%
Calcium
112.95
mg
11
%
Iron
1.22
mg
7
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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