Vegan Mulled Cider
Warm, fragrant, and deeply spiced, this mulled cider is the kind of drink that makes a cold evening feel like an occasion. Apple cider simmers low and slow with cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice berries, star anise, and whole peppercorns until the kitchen smells absolutely incredible. Orange rounds add a bright citrus note that balances all that cozy warmth, and a touch of maple syrup brings just enough sweetness without any refined sugar or honey — making it naturally plant-based from start to finish. There's no dairy, no animal-derived additives, nothing to second-guess — just whole spices and real fruit doing all the work. A quick strain and it's ready to ladle into mugs, garnished with a fresh cinnamon stick or orange slice for that little extra touch. This recipe makes six servings, so it's perfect for a gathering or a quiet night in with leftovers you'll actually look forward to reheating.
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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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