Joanna Gaines Spiced Apple Cider Recipe
Joanna Gaines Spiced Apple Cider Recipe is a classic drink. It fills your home with a wonderful autumn scent.
Equipment
- Large Stockpot
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Wooden spoon
- Fine mesh strainer
- Ladle
Ingredients
- 8 Cups Apple Cider
- 1/4 Cup Brown Sugar
- 2 Sticks Cinnamon
- 1 Tsp Whole Cloves
- 1 Large Orange
- 2 Whole Star Anise
- 2 Medium Apples
Instructions
- Place your large stockpot on the stove. Pour the fresh apple cider into the pot slowly. Do not let the liquid splash on the sides.
- Add the brown sugar to the cold cider now. Stir the mixture with your wooden spoon carefully. Make sure the sugar starts to dissolve.
- Wash your orange and apples under cool water. Slice them into thick rounds using your sharp knife. Place the fruit slices into the pot gently.
- Drop the cinnamon sticks and cloves into the liquid. Add the star anise for extra spice and aroma. Stir everything one more time to combine.
- Turn the stove to medium-high heat right now. Bring the cider to a very light simmer. Do not let the liquid reach a hard boil.
- Reduce the heat to low once it is warm. Cover the pot with a lid for one hour. This allows the spices to infuse the cider.
- Turn off the heat after the time is up. Use your strainer to remove the fruit and spices. Pour the clear cider into warm mugs immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh local cider for a much better taste.
- Do not boil the cider or it may turn bitter.
- Keep the lid on to trap all the aromas.
- Taste the cider before serving to check the sweetness.
- Add extra cinnamon sticks if you love a spicy kick.
- Always wash your fruit before slicing it for the pot.
- Simmer on low heat to keep the cider very clear.