Best 6 Slow Cooker Spiced Cranberry Apple Cider Recipes

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Slow cooker spiced cranberry apple cider is a delightful beverage that is perfect for the holiday season. This warm and inviting drink is made with a combination of tart cranberries, sweet apples, and warm spices, all simmered together in a slow cooker until the flavors meld and the cider is infused with a delicious aroma. Serve it warm and enjoy the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and spicy flavors in every sip.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER SPICED CRANBERRY-APPLE CIDER



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Partner apple cider with cranberry juice for a new flavor twist on a popular hot drink.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Beverage

Time 4h5m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons whole allspice
4 sticks cinnamon (3 inch)
1 bottle (48 oz) apple cider (6 cups)
1 bottle (48 oz) cranberry juice cocktail (6 cups)

Steps:

  • In 4- to 5-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 to 6 hours. Before serving, remove allspice and cinnamon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 0 mg, Sugar 17 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW COOKER CRANBERRY APPLE CIDER



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Vibrantly-hued, tangy yet sweet, this cranberry apple cider is the perfect fall and winter beverage.

Provided by Sarah Olson

Categories     Drinks

Time 2h5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

64 oz Ocean Spray Cran-Apple Juice
2 cinnamon sticks
5 whole cloves
2 star anise pods
2 Gala apples (sliced)
1/2 cup fresh cranberries

Steps:

  • Add everything to the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 hours or until heated.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 42 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 7 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SLOW-COOKED APPLE CRANBERRY CIDER



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Buffets are my favorite way to feed a crowd. This fruity cider can be made ahead, then kept warm in a slow cooker so people can serve themselves. -Kathy Wells, Brodhead, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 2h5m

Yield 11 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches), broken
1 teaspoon whole cloves
2 quarts apple cider or juice
3 cups cranberry juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Place cinnamon sticks and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with string to form a bag. , In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the cider, cranberry juice and brown sugar add spice bag. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours or until cider reaches desired temperature. Discard spice bag.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 21mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

HOT SPICED CRANBERRY CIDER



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Make some memories with the aromas of cinnamon, clove and lemon, mingled with hot apple cranberry cider. If desired, float a fresh lemon slice in each cup.

Provided by Michele O'Sullivan

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cider Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 25

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 quarts apple cider
6 cups cranberry juice
¼ cup packed brown sugar
4 cinnamon sticks
1 ½ teaspoons whole cloves
1 lemon, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large pot, combine apple cider, cranberry juice, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, cloves and lemon slices. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove cinnamon, cloves, and lemon slices. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.7 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 4.6 mg, Sugar 17.5 g

SLOW COOKER ROSEMARY-CRANBERRY MULLED CIDER



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This Crock Pot spiced apple cider recipe gets its rosy glow - and an irresistible pop of flavor - from fresh cranberries. Rosemary adds an unexpected (and festive) vibe.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 4h10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups apple cider*
1/4 cup honey
1 orange
2 tablespoons whole cloves
1 cup cranberries
2 5- inch cinnamon sticks
3 5- inch rosemary sprigs
Additional rosemary and fresh cranberries for garnish (if desired)

Steps:

  • Pour apple cider into a 2.5-quart or larger Crock Pot or other slow cooker. Stir in honey. It may remain clumpy; that's okay. It will dissolve when the mixture heats up.
  • With a toothpick, poke holes in the orange, about 1/2 inch to 1 inch apart. Carefully stick the cloves, pointy end down, into the holes. Add the orange to the cider along with the cranberries, cinnamon sticks, and rosemary. Push the rosemary down to help make sure it's submerged.
  • Cook on low until hot and the cranberries have started to burst, 3-4 hours, taking care to not let the cider boil. Very carefully with a fork or masher, gently crush the remaining cranberries to pop them. They might splurt, so be careful! I like to do this to get as much flavor out of the cranberries as possible without overcooking the cider.
  • Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl. Add the strained cider back to the Crock Pot. I like to add the cinnamon sticks and orange back as well, just for a festive touch. Discard the remaining solids. Serve immediately or keep the Crock Pot on the warm setting to keep the cider hot. Garnish individual mugs of cider with additional fresh rosemary sprigs and fresh cranberries, if desired.

SLOW COOKER SPICED CRANBERRY-APPLE CIDER



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Make and share this Slow Cooker Spiced Cranberry-Apple Cider recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Beverages

Time 6h10m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons whole allspice
4 sticks cinnamon (3 inch)
1 (48 ounce) bottle apple cider (6 cups)
1 (48 ounce) bottle cranberry juice cocktail (6 cups)

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients to a 4- to 5-quart slow cooker; mix well.
  • Cover; cook on LOW for 4-6 hours.
  • Before serving, may remove allspice and cinnamon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 42.8, Fat 0.1, Sodium 2.5, Carbohydrate 10.8, Sugar 9.7

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples: Use a variety of apples that will hold their shape when cooked, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn.
  • Use fresh cranberries: Fresh cranberries will give the cider a brighter, more tart flavor than frozen cranberries.
  • Add spices to taste: The spices in this recipe are just a suggestion. Feel free to add more or less of any spice, or to add different spices altogether.
  • Let the cider simmer: Simmering the cider for at least 30 minutes will help the flavors to develop and deepen.
  • Serve the cider warm or cold: Spiced cranberry apple cider can be served warm or cold. It's a great beverage to enjoy on a cold winter day or a refreshing drink on a hot summer day.

Conclusion:

Spiced cranberry apple cider is a delicious and easy-to-make beverage that's perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to use up leftover cranberries and apples, and it's a healthy and festive drink that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a warm and comforting beverage, give this spiced cranberry apple cider a try.

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