Almond Free Spiced Apple Cider

Total time25 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time20 min

4.9

(14)

Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, this spiced apple cider is the kind of drink that makes a cold evening feel like a celebration. Unfiltered apple cider gets a slow simmer with Ceylon cinnamon, fresh ginger, whole cloves, and a touch of turmeric — building layers of spice that feel both cozy and a little sophisticated. A splash of fresh lemon juice and a drizzle of maple syrup at the end balance everything out beautifully, brightening the warmth without overpowering it. The whole thing comes together in one saucepan, which means cleanup is minimal and the payoff is enormous. For anyone navigating nut allergies, this recipe is naturally worry-free — every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, with no hidden blends or processed shortcuts that might introduce cross-contact risks. Strain it into your favorite mug, tuck in a cinnamon stick, and let the smell alone do half the work of making people feel welcome.

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Ingredients

4 servings

4 cups fresh apple cider (unfiltered)
2 ceylon cinnamon sticks
1-inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
½ tsp ground turmeric
4 whole cloves
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

For serving

4 ceylon cinnamon sticks, for serving (optional)
4 thin apple slices, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the apple cider, Ceylon cinnamon sticks, ginger slices, turmeric, and whole cloves in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Warm, stirring once or twice, until the cider just begins to steam and small bubbles form at the edges, about 8–10 minutes — do not let it boil.
2
Reduce the heat to low and simmer gently for 10 minutes, until the cider is fragrant and deeply spiced.

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