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Crock Pot Mulled Cider Recipe

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This Crock Pot Mulled Cider recipe offers a warm, spiced beverage perfect for cozy gatherings or chilly evenings. Made with apple cider, aromatic spices, and a hint of orange, it simmers gently to develop rich, comforting flavors. You can prepare it easily in a slow cooker or on the stovetop, and customize sweetness to your liking.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 64 ounces apple cider or unfiltered apple juice
  • ¼ cup brown sugar (optional)
  • 4 cinnamon sticks
  • 2 whole star anise
  • 2 whole cloves
  • 1 orange, sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients including apple cider, brown sugar (if using), cinnamon sticks, star anise, cloves, and orange slices to begin the mulling process.
  2. Add to Crock Pot: Add all ingredients to a 3-quart slow cooker and stir to combine ensuring the spices and sugar are well distributed throughout the cider.
  3. Cook in Slow Cooker: Set the slow cooker to low heat and warm the cider for 2 hours allowing the flavors from the spices and orange to infuse gently into the cider.
  4. Discard Spices: After cooking, remove and discard the cinnamon sticks, star anise, cloves, and orange slices to prevent over-spicing.
  5. Serve: Ladle the mulled cider into mugs and optionally top each with a fresh orange slice for garnish. Serve warm for the best experience.
  6. Alternative Stove Top Method: For quicker preparation, combine all ingredients in a stock pot on the stove over medium to medium-low heat. Warm for about 30 minutes until hot and fragrant, then discard the spices and serve warm as described.

Notes

  • Less-sweet option: Omit brown sugar to reduce sweetness.
  • Easy spice removal: Place whole spices in a cheesecloth, tea bag, or coffee filter for convenient removal after cooking.
  • Storage: Remove spices and orange slices before transferring the cider back to its original container. Store refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.
  • Reheating: Reheat mulled cider in the microwave or on the stove over medium heat until hot. It can also be enjoyed cold.

Find it online: https://cookingwithsarah.com/crock-pot-mulled-cider-recipe/