Spiced Apple Cider is the best drink for colder weather to keep you warm. It is made by pressure cooking oranges, apples, lemons, cinnamon, cloves, and star anise.
Add apples to the inner pot of Instant Pot. I have added Granny Smith, Gala, and Honey Crisp Apples for tart and sweet flavor.
Then add Orange, Cranberries, Ginger, Cinnamon, Star Anise, and Cloves to it. Then add sugar (as needed) with water.
Note: Add water till all fruits and spices are submerged.
Close lid and HIGH pressure cook for 10 minutes. When timer beeps, let pressure release naturally (NPR) or Quick Release after 10 minutes.
After pressure is released and it is safe to open the lid, fish out the spices and strain the cider using a mesh strainer. And serve it hot or cold.
Slow Cooker:
Place Apples, Orange, Cranberries, Ginger, Cinnamon, Star Anise, and Cloves to the slow cooker.
Cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. Take the spices out and serve.
Notes
I use different apples like Granny Smith, Gala, and Honey Crisp - gives tart and sweet flavor to the cider.Orange helps in bringing tanginess and color to Apple CiderAdding Cranberries gives a nice color. I like the flavor too.I add peeled oranges in Instant pot when pressure cooking, otherwise they turn a bit bitter.Sweetness: You can add Maple Syrup, Sugar, Honey, Sweetener, etc as per your taste and preference.You can also add orange juice, pineapple juice - they also make Cider super tasty.Spices: Adding Cinnamon, Cloves / All Spices, and Star Anise adds complex layered flavor.If you like this recipe, Please RATE by clicking the Stars or leave FEEDBACK!
Nutrition Facts
Spiced Apple Cider
Serving Size
8 grams
Amount per Serving
Calories
143
Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat
1
g
2
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Sodium
15
mg
1
%
Potassium
249
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
38
g
13
%
Fiber
7
g
29
%
Sugar
27
g
30
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
162
IU
3
%
Vitamin C
27
mg
33
%
Calcium
60
mg
6
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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