Mushroom Free Spiced Apple Cider with Ceylon Cinnamon & Ginger
Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, this spiced apple cider is the kind of drink that makes a cold afternoon feel like a celebration. Fresh-pressed, unfiltered cider forms the base, and it gets layered with Ceylon cinnamon, bright fresh ginger, earthy turmeric, and bay leaves for a flavor that's complex without being fussy. Ceylon cinnamon is worth seeking out here — its softer, more floral character lets the apple shine rather than overpowering it. A touch of pure maple syrup rounds everything out, and you can dial the sweetness up or down to suit your taste. The whole thing simmers low and slow on the stovetop, filling your kitchen with an aroma that's honestly half the experience. Because every ingredient is a straightforward whole food or spice, there's zero guesswork about hidden additives or unexpected extras sneaking in. Strain it into mugs and serve it hot — this one is pure, simple, and absolutely worth making on repeat.
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4 servings
- 4 cups fresh-pressed apple cider (unfiltered, no added sugar or preservatives)
- 2 ceylon cinnamon sticks
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 3 whole dried bay leaves
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup, plus more to taste
- 1 medium apple, cored and thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple cider, Ceylon cinnamon sticks, ginger slices, turmeric, bay leaves, and apple slices (if using) in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the maple syrup.
- 2
Bring the cider to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes, until the cider is fragrant and the spice flavors are fully infused.
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