Vegetarian Warm Spiced Apple Cider
There is something deeply comforting about wrapping both hands around a warm mug of spiced cider on a cool day, and this recipe delivers that feeling in the most satisfying way. Fresh apple cider gets gently warmed with cinnamon sticks, sliced ginger, fennel seeds, and whole cloves, filling your kitchen with an aroma that feels like autumn in a saucepan. The trick is keeping the heat low and patient — letting the spices steep without boiling preserves the bright, fruity character of the cider while drawing out every bit of warmth from the aromatics. A spoonful of honey stirred in at the end rounds everything out with just the right touch of sweetness. Thin apple slices floated on top make for a simple but beautiful garnish that hints at what's inside the mug. This is the kind of drink that works equally well for a quiet morning, a holiday gathering, or any moment that calls for something a little more intentional than a basic cup of tea.
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4 servings
- 4 cups fresh apple cider juice or unfiltered apple juice
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 slices fresh ginger (each about ¼ inch thick)
- ½ tsp fennel seeds
- 3 whole cloves
- 1 tbsp honey, or more to taste
For serving
- 1 medium apple, cored and thinly sliced, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple cider, cinnamon sticks, ginger slices, fennel seeds, and whole cloves in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Warm until the cider just begins to steam and small bubbles form around 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 the spices have fully infused.
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