From the comfort of your home, embrace the crisp autumn air with a simmering pot of apple cider, a captivating blend of fall's essence and culinary delight. As the aroma of sweet apples, warm spices, and zesty citrus fills your kitchen, immerse yourself in the art of creating the perfect crock pot apple cider. Discover the secrets to achieving a rich, balanced flavor, unveiling the nuances of each ingredient as they intertwine to create a symphony of taste. Whether you prefer a traditional apple cider or an infused variation, this ultimate guide will lead you through the steps of crafting an unforgettable beverage that captures the spirit of the season.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
CROCK POT APPLE CIDER
Time 6h10m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place all items into a crock pot and set on low for 6 hours. After apples have coked and are soft, mash entire contents with a potato masher. Squeeze out as much juice as possible from apples and orange. Scoop out mixture and run through a fine mesh sleeve. Drink apple cider immediately or store in an air tight container.
CROCK POT HOT APPLE CIDER
I got this recipe from the Sandlake Country Inn on the Oregon coast. They always have a hot pot of it on a table in the entrance hall for their guests. We love it!
Provided by MailbagMary
Categories Beverages
Time 2h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a crock pot. Cover and simmer on low for 2-4 hours. Strain before serving hot. Serves 8.
CROCK POT SPICED APPLE CIDER
Have this ready in time and just leave it in your crock pot on the low setting to serve to your guests. This amount is for my 3 liter/quart pot and is easy to adapt for a larger pot. I like to use white sugar but brown can be used if you prefer a darker color. You can add rum or vodka to each serving for a kicked up version.
Provided by PetsRus
Categories Beverages
Time 5h10m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Put all ingredients in the crock pot.
- Cook on high for 2 hours, then on low for 3 hours.
- Remove the fruit and spices before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 38.4, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 34.6, Carbohydrate 9.3, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 6.4, Protein 0.3
CROCK POT APPLE CIDER AND HARD CIDER
This was given to me by a friend. Have not tried it yet
Provided by Stormy Stewart
Categories Other Drinks
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Wash apples to remove any dirt/chemicals etc. Cut apples into 4 parts (original recipe said that you can keep seeds in it and others say to remove, you can decide which you prefer). Put into crock pot. Add spices and cover apples with water, do not have to be completely submerged as apples will cook down. Mix everything around to blend ingredients. Cook for 8-10 hours on low for stronger flavor, stirring it occasionally. Or you can cook it on high for 4-5 hours stirring it every hour. Mash with potato masher. Strain out cider. Now this is where you have options. I have heard everything from straining it through a cotton pillowcase, straining it through a colander a couple times, or even a mesh strainer. One author said they liked the bits of apple in their cider another said they wanted it all removed. So strain to your preference. Bottle.
- 2. Now as for the spices in the ingredient list I have found cider recipes cooked with honey, oranges and lemons so you can add those too if you wish. I plan to add some citrus honey to mine. As for the Hard Cider you can add rum if you like, or you can put it in a demijohn with some beer yeast and let ferment for about a month for one batch and two weeks for another for a weaker alcohol content.
Tips:
- Choose the right apples: For the best flavor, use a mix of sweet and tart apples, such as Honeycrisp, Gala, and Braeburn.
- Don't peel the apples: The skin of the apples adds flavor and nutrients to the cider.
- Use fresh spices: Whole spices, such as cinnamon sticks, cloves, and nutmeg, will give the cider a more intense flavor than ground spices.
- Simmer the cider: Simmering the cider over low heat will help to extract the flavors from the apples and spices.
- Add a sweetener: If you like your cider sweet, add a little honey, maple syrup, or sugar to taste.
- Serve the cider warm or cold: Apple cider is delicious served warm on a cold day or chilled on a hot day.
Conclusion:
This Crock-Pot Apple Cider is the perfect fall drink for any occasion. With its warm, inviting aroma and delicious flavor, it's sure to please everyone. So gather your ingredients, plug in your slow cooker, and enjoy the taste of the season!
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