Pregnancy Friendly Vegan Mulled Cider
Warm, fragrant, and completely alcohol-free, this spiced cider is exactly the kind of cozy drink that feels festive without any of the usual compromises. Apple cider gets simmered low and slow with cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice, star anise, and fresh orange rounds until the whole kitchen smells incredible — no shortcuts, just real whole spices doing their thing. A touch of maple syrup rounds out the sweetness naturally, and an optional splash of vanilla adds a subtle warmth that makes every sip feel a little more special. Since it's made entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients with no alcohol or artificial additives, it's a genuinely satisfying option when you want something indulgent but feel-good. It's also incredibly easy to pull together in one saucepan, which means less time standing in the kitchen and more time curled up with a mug. Serve it straight from the stove into mugs with a cinnamon stick and a fresh orange slice for a presentation that looks far more impressive than the effort involved.
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6 servings
- 6 cups apple cider
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 6 whole cloves
- 6 whole allspice berries
- 1 tsp whole black peppercorns
- 1 star anise
- 1 orange, sliced into rounds
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
For serving
- cinnamon sticks, for serving (optional)
- orange slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple cider, cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice berries, peppercorns, star anise, and orange rounds in a medium saucepan. Stir in the maple syrup.
- 2
Bring the cider to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, until the cider is fragrant and deeply spiced.
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