Spiced Apple Cider Mocktail
This recipe is for a non-alcoholic Spiced Apple Cider Mocktail, perfect for chilly evenings. It's an easy, flavorful, and gluten-free dessert or drink that combines the classic flavors of apple cider with warm spices.
Allergens
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Ingredients
- 4 cups apple cider 1/2 cup orange juice 2 cinnamon sticks 1 tsp whole cloves 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg 1/2 tsp ground allspice 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 tsp vanilla extract Orange slices for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine apple cider, orange juice, cinnamon sticks, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Once the mixture is simmering, reduce heat to low and allow it to gently simmer for 10 minutes to infuse flavors.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and strain the liquid into a large serving pitcher through a fine mesh sieve to remove the spices. Discard the solids.
- Stir in brown sugar and vanilla extract until fully dissolved. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until completely cold.
- To serve, pour the chilled Spiced Apple Cider Mocktail into glasses filled with ice and garnish with a slice of orange.
Chef’s Insight
The flavors of this mocktail become richer and more complex as they meld together over time, so allow the mixture to sit for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
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