Cozy Up with Spiced Slow Cooker Apple Cider Delight
Embrace the flavors of the season with this comforting Spiced Slow Cooker Apple Cider, perfect for family gatherings and cozy evenings.
Equipment
- Slow cooker
Ingredients
For the Cider Base
- 1 cup Brown Sugar Adjust to taste for desired sweetness level.
- 8 cups Water Ensure apples are completely submerged.
- 8 medium Apples Mix sweet and tart varieties.
For the Spices
- 5 whole Whole Cloves Optional, enhances spice depth.
- 2 sticks Cinnamon Sticks Essential for classic cider flavor.
For a Zesty Kick
- 1 medium Orange Sliced; the skin contributes extra flavor.
Instructions
How to Make Spiced Slow Cooker Apple Cider
- Core and chop your apples into chunks while leaving the skins on. Slice the orange into rounds.
- In your slow cooker, mix the chopped apples, orange slices, whole cloves, cinnamon sticks, and water.
- Cover your slow cooker and set it to high for 4 hours.
- After 3 hours, mash the apples gently with a potato masher to release more flavors. Let them cook for one additional hour.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a heatproof bowl, pressing the solids to extract every last drop.
- Pour the strained cider back into a clean slow cooker, add brown sugar to taste, and keep it on low until warmed through.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with extra cinnamon sticks or a slice of orange for a festive touch.