Hot Spiced Cranberry Cider

144 Reviews

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
Ready In: 40 min

“Make some memories with the aromas of cinnamon, clove and lemon, mingled with hot apple cranberry cider. If desired, float a fresh lemon slice in each cup.” - by Michele O'Sullivan

Ingredients

2 quarts apple cider
6 cups cranberry juice
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
4 cinnamon sticks
1 1/2 teaspoons whole cloves
1 lemon, thinly sliced

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Original recipe yields 25 (4 ounce) servings

Directions

In a large pot, combine apple cider, cranberry juice, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, cloves and lemon slices. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove cinnamon, cloves, and lemon slices. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (25 total)

Calories
79 cal
4%

Fat
0.2 g
< 1%

Carbs
20 g
6%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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KITCHENWITCHMS

May. 23, 2005

"This recipe is amazing. I mixed it early in the day and put it in a crock pot for about an hour before needing it. It made the whole house smell warm and festive. I will definately make this agai..." See moren."

DaisyMae

Jul. 11, 2005

"Wonderful...only be careful with the lemon. If cooked too long it becomes to acidy. Next time I am only putting it in the individual cups...." See more"

REBECCA_MILLER_JD

Jan. 25, 2004

"I made this for a holiday party, and it was delicious. I was a little skeptical, so I also made plain apple cider. Everyone wanted the cranberry, and it was so easy to mix up that I am sure to make ..." See moreit again."

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