High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Apple Cider Reduction
So many store-bought glazes, syrups, and condiments sneak in corn syrup as a sweetener, making it genuinely tricky to find something that tastes this good without the unwanted additive. This reduction keeps things beautifully clean — fresh unfiltered apple cider and a spoonful of honey do all the heavy lifting, with no processed sweeteners in sight. A splash of apple cider vinegar adds just enough brightness to balance the natural sweetness, while Ceylon cinnamon and a whisper of ginger give it a warm, aromatic depth that feels almost luxurious. The slow simmer is where the magic happens: as the liquid reduces by half, it transforms into a glossy, spoon-coating syrup that smells absolutely incredible. That simple spoon-line test tells you exactly when it's ready, so there's no guesswork involved. Drizzle it over roasted pork, a cheese board, oatmeal, or even vanilla ice cream — it elevates just about everything it touches.
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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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