Breastfeeding Friendly Apple Cider Reduction
Warm, spiced, and deeply aromatic, this apple cider reduction is the kind of simple kitchen project that makes your whole home smell incredible. Unfiltered apple cider simmers down with a touch of honey, Ceylon cinnamon, and ginger until it transforms into a glossy, concentrated syrup with serious depth of flavor. The gentle spices here are a thoughtful choice — Ceylon cinnamon is milder than the more common cassia variety, and ginger has long been embraced by nursing parents for its soothing, digestive-friendly qualities. Honey adds just enough natural sweetness to round out the tartness of the cider and vinegar without tipping the whole thing into dessert territory. The result is a versatile drizzle that works beautifully over oatmeal, yogurt, roasted vegetables, or even a simple cheese board. It comes together with just one saucepan and a handful of clean, recognizable ingredients — no additives, no mystery preservatives, just real food you can feel good about. Make a small jar and keep it in the fridge to reach for all week long.
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8 servings
- 2 cups fresh apple cider (unfiltered)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp ground ginger
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple cider, apple cider vinegar, honey, Ceylon cinnamon, ground ginger, and sea salt in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the honey dissolves.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 25–30 minutes, until the liquid has reduced to roughly 1/2 cup and coats the back of a spoon — a finger drawn through the coating should leave a clean line.
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