Pregnancy Friendly Hot Honey-Cinnamon Apple Cider
Warm, spiced, and deeply comforting, this hot apple cider is the kind of drink that feels like a hug in a mug — and it's made entirely from wholesome, bump-friendly ingredients. Fresh apple cider is simmered low and slow with Ceylon cinnamon, whole cloves, and sliced ginger, filling your kitchen with an aroma that's practically irresistible. Ceylon cinnamon is specifically called for here rather than the more common Cassia variety, which matters during pregnancy since Ceylon is considered the gentler, safer choice. The ginger adds a subtle warmth that's also a well-known ally for nausea, making this drink as functional as it is delicious. Honey sweetens everything naturally, and you can dial it up or down to match your cravings — because those are real and valid. The recipe is careful to keep the heat gentle and never let the cider boil, which helps preserve the bright, fresh flavor of quality cider. Garnish with thin apple slices and a cinnamon stick for a drink that looks as cozy as it tastes.
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4 servings
- 4 cups fresh apple cider (not apple juice)
- 2 ceylon cinnamon sticks
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 4 whole cloves
- 3 tbsp honey, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
For serving
- 1 medium apple, cored and thinly sliced, for serving (optional)
- 4 ceylon cinnamon sticks, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple cider, Ceylon cinnamon sticks, sliced ginger, and whole cloves in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Warm, stirring occasionally, until the cider just begins to steam and small bubbles form around the edges, about 8–10 minutes — do not let it boil.
- 2
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the honey and ground Ceylon cinnamon. Continue to heat gently for 10 minutes, until the cider is fragrant and the honey is fully dissolved.
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