Best 6 Grandmas Red Hot Apple Cider Recipes

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Looking to warm up on a crisp fall night or any time of year for that matter? There is nothing better than a steamy mug of grandma's red hot apple cider! The delicious combination of sweet, tart, and spicy is sure to hit the spot. With hints of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, this classic beverage is a favorite for a reason and incredibly easy to make at home!

Let's cook with our recipes!

RED HOT APPLE CIDER



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this is a no fuss drink all will enjoy

Provided by debra willoughby

Categories     Other Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 bag(s) red hots
1 gal apple juice or apple cider
1/2 c sugar
2 Tbsp cinnamon

Steps:

  • 1. mix sugar and cinnamon and set aside
  • 2. warn the apple juice till hot but not boiling in a large cooking pot on your stove top, add red hots and cinnamon/sugar stir very often so the candy doesn't stick to the pot ..
  • 3. continue to heat over a med/high heat till all candy is dissolved .. serve and enjoy. Refrigerate any left overs

RED HOT'S HOT APPLE CIDER



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Make and share this Red Hot's Hot Apple Cider recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Cookin In Texas

Categories     Beverages

Time 25m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 quarts apple cider or 2 quarts apple juice
1/2 cup red-hot candies

Steps:

  • NOTE: You can find Red Hot's cinnamon candies usually in the candy isle of any grocery store, most come in a bag, they are located most of the time where the hard candies hang.
  • Best made in a large coffee pot (the big metal ones)
  • But you can use microwave or stove.
  • Slowly heat the apple cider and the red hots to melt the candies in juice, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • Best when served hot.

HOT SPICED APPLE CIDER



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     beverage

Time 20m

Yield 5 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups fresh apple cider
4 whole black peppercorns
6 or 7 (2 to 3-inch) cinnamon sticks
3 whole dried cloves
1 star anise
1 navel orange
Good bourbon, such as Maker's Mark (optional)
1 crisp red apple

Steps:

  • Place the apple cider, peppercorns, one of the cinnamon sticks, the cloves, and the star anise in a medium saucepan. Cut a large (1 by 4-inch) peel from the orange using a vegetable peeler and add it to the pan. Bring the cider mixture to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer for 5 minutes. Strain into a 4-cup glass measuring cup and discard the solids.
  • Pour the hot cider into mugs or heatproof glasses. Add 2 tablespoons of bourbon to each mug. Cut the orange in half through the stem, slice crosswise in 1/4-inch-thick half-rounds, and add one slice to each mug. Cut the apple in half through the stem, remove the core, slice crosswise in 1/4-inch-thick half-rounds, and add one slice to each glass.
  • Serve hot with a cinnamon stick in each glass for stirring.

HOT APPLE CIDER



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Nothing beats a mug of hot cider on a cold winter day. This recipe is great as it calls for fresh apple cider and pure maple syrup. Start with only 6 strips each of the orange and lemon peel, and adjust to taste.

Provided by Angel

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cider Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups apple cider
ΒΌ cup real maple syrup
2 cinnamon sticks
6 whole cloves
6 whole allspice berries
1 orange peel, cut into strips
1 lemon peel, cut into strips

Steps:

  • Pour the apple cider and maple syrup into a large stainless steel saucepan.
  • Place the cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice berries, orange peel and lemon peel in the center of a washed square of cheesecloth; fold up the sides of the cheesecloth to enclose the bundle, then tie it up with a length of kitchen string. Drop the spice bundle into the cider mixture.
  • Place the saucepan over moderate heat for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the cider is very hot but not boiling.
  • Remove the cider from the heat. Discard the spice bundle. Ladle the cider into big cups or mugs, adding a fresh cinnamon stick to each serving if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.7 calories, Carbohydrate 40 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.2 g, Sodium 29.4 mg, Sugar 33.9 g

HOT APPLE CIDER



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In this recipe, brown sugar and spices add extra flavor to already delicious apple cider. -Marlys Benning, Wellsburg, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1 teaspoon ground allspice
3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches), broken
1 gallon apple cider

Steps:

  • Fill the filter-lined basket of a large automatic percolator with the brown sugar, cloves, allspice and cinnamon sticks. Prepare as you would coffee according to manufacturer's directions, but substitute cider for water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 23mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

HOT HOLIDAY CIDER



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This slightly tart apple cider is perfect for a holiday open house. It fills the room with a wonderful aroma. -Cindy Tobin, West Bend, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h10m

Yield 16 servings (about 3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 cups apple cider or juice
4 cups cranberry juice
2 cups orange juice
1/2 cup sugar
3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
1 teaspoon whole allspice
1 teaspoon whole cloves

Steps:

  • Place first four ingredients in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Place spices on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose spices; tie securely with string. Add to slow cooker., Cook, covered, on low until heated through, 3-4 hours. Discard spice bag. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 14mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • To make the apple cider, you can use either fresh or store-bought apple juice. If using fresh juice, be sure to strain it through a cheesecloth or fine-mesh strainer to remove any pulp.
  • For a sweeter cider, add more sugar or honey to taste. You can also add a cinnamon stick or two for extra flavor.
  • If you don't have any Grand Marnier, you can substitute another orange-flavored liqueur, such as Cointreau or Triple Sec.
  • Be sure to serve the cider hot, garnished with a cinnamon stick and a slice of orange.

Conclusion:

Grandma's Red Hot Apple Cider is a delicious and festive drink that is perfect for enjoying during the holiday season. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your cider sweet, tart, or somewhere in between, this recipe is sure to please. So gather your ingredients and give it a try today!

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