Brazil Nut 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 afternoon feel like a celebration. Unfiltered apple cider gets gently infused with Ceylon cinnamon, fresh ginger, whole cloves, and a touch of turmeric — a combination that smells absolutely incredible as it warms on the stove. A splash of lemon juice and a drizzle of maple syrup round everything out, balancing the spice with just the right amount of brightness and sweetness. The whole process is beautifully simple: no boiling, no fuss, just a slow, gentle simmer that coaxes every bit of flavor from those whole spices. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies, this recipe is a genuinely safe and satisfying option — every single ingredient is naturally free of nuts, with no hidden additives or processed blends to second-guess. Strain it into your favorite mug, tuck in a cinnamon stick, and float a thin apple slice on top for a presentation that looks far more impressive than the effort required.

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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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