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Crockpot Spiced Apple Cider

  • Author: Isabella Russo
  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes (Low) or 2 hours 10 minutes (High)
  • Yield: 10-12 servings 1x

Description

This easy homemade crockpot spiced apple cider is a cozy, aromatic drink perfect for autumn parties and holiday gatherings. Naturally sweetened and packed with warming spices, it’s a crowd-pleaser that fills your home with the scent of fall.

Ingredients

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  • 2 quarts (8 cups) unsweetened apple juice or apple cider
  • 2 medium apples, sliced (Honeycrisp, Gala, or Granny Smith)
  • 1 large orange, sliced
  • 3–4 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 teaspoon whole cloves (or 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, strained well)
  • 2 star anise pods (optional)
  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar or honey (optional, to taste)
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries (optional)
  • 1 cup water (optional, for lighter cider)

Instructions

  1. Wash and slice the apples and orange (no need to peel, just remove seeds). Slice the ginger.
  2. Pour apple juice or cider into a 6-quart slow cooker. Add sliced apples, orange, ginger, and cranberries if using.
  3. Add cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise (if using), and grated nutmeg. Tie spices in cheesecloth for easy straining if desired.
  4. Stir in brown sugar or honey to taste, and add water if you prefer a milder cider.
  5. Cover and cook on Low for 4-6 hours or High for 2-3 hours.
  6. After 2 hours (High) or 4 hours (Low), taste and adjust sweetness or spices as needed.
  7. Strain out fruit and spices using a mesh strainer or cheesecloth.
  8. Ladle hot cider into mugs or jars. Garnish with apple slices, orange wheels, or cinnamon sticks if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

Use whole spices for best flavor and clarity. Adjust sweetness to taste and strain well for a smooth drink. For a festive twist, add cranberries or swap apples for pears. Leftovers taste even better the next day and can be stored in the fridge for up to a week or frozen for up to 2 months.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-6 hours (Low) or 2-3 hours (High)
  • Category: Drink
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
  • Calories: 80120
  • Sugar: 1825
  • Sodium: 10
  • Carbohydrates: 2028
  • Fiber: 2

Keywords: apple cider, crockpot, slow cooker, spiced cider, fall drink, holiday beverage, party drink, kid-friendly, gluten-free, vegan, autumn, cozy

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