This easy apple cider recipe is a perfect warm beverage for chilly days. With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you can enjoy a flavorful homemade cider.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
2h
Ingredients
8 Servings
- 10 apples
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 orange
- 250 grams sugar
- 3.5 liters water
- 10 whole cloves
Directions
Step 1
Place the quartered apples, orange, cinnamon stick, and cloves in a large pot.
Step 2
Add the water and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 2 hours, or until the apples are soft.
Step 4
Mash the apples and oranges with a potato masher or a similar utensil.
Step 5
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into another pot or container.
Step 6
Add the sugar to the strained liquid and stir until it is completely dissolved.
Step 7
Serve the apple cider warm, or let it cool and refrigerate it for later use.