Best 11 Spiced Apricot Cider Recipes

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Spiced apricot cider is a delightful warm beverage that blends sweet, tart and aromatic flavors, perfect for a cozy winter day. Combining the fresh taste of apricots with a variety of warming spices, this cider is both comforting and invigorating. Whether you prefer a non-alcoholic or alcoholic version, there are many variations to suit your preference. This article will provide you with the best recipes for spiced apricot cider, whether you're looking for a simple and traditional approach or a more elaborate and festive version. Gather your ingredients and let's embark on a flavorful journey with spiced apricot cider.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SPICED APRICOT CIDER



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Simmer just a few ingredients to create this hot spiced beverage. Each delicious mugful is rich with apricot flavor. -Connie Cummings, Gloucester, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 2h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cans (12 ounces each) apricot nectar
2 cups water
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup sugar
2 whole cloves
2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 2 hours or until cider reaches desired temperature. Discard cloves and cinnamon sticks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

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.

SPICED APPLE CIDER RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's a simple approach to making apple cider in your Instant Pot, just in time for fall. Perfect hot or cold, it's only made better by adding a shot of your favorite bourbon or spiced rum. This content is intended solely for users of legal drinking age. Drink responsibly.

Provided by Breana Jackson

Categories     Drinks

Time 6h45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 pink lady apples, quartered, plus 1, thinly sliced, for garnish
3 granny smith apples, quartered
3 honeycrisp apples, quartered
3 gala apples, quartered
4 whole cinnamon sticks, toasted, plus more for garnish
1 tablespoon whole clove
3 whole allspice berries
2 whole nutmegs, halved
1 fresh ginger, peeled, 2 in (5 cm)
1 orange, peeled
10 cups water, as needed
1 cup dark brown sugar
bourbon, or whiskey, for serving
6 slices orange slice, for garnish

Steps:

  • Add the quartered Pink Lady, Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Gala apples, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, nutmeg, ginger, and orange peel to the Instant Pot. Pour in enough water to cover the apples. Sauté on high until simmering, 15-20 minutes. Cover with the lid and pressure cook on high for 6 hours. Once done, let the pressure release naturally before opening the lid.
  • Strain the solids and pour the cider back into the pot. Add the sugar and sauté on high for another 5-10 minutes, until the sugar has dissolved.
  • Ladle the hot cider into mugs or glasses. If desired, stir in a shot of bourbon or whiskey. Garnish with the orange and apple slices. Alternatively, to serve cold, transfer the cider to a covered pitcher or container and refrigerate until chilled. The cider will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Carbohydrate 111 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 16 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 83 grams

SPICED APRICOTS



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"I've been cooking for big gatherings for years...and now that I'm widowed, it's hard to cook for just one or two," admits Trudy Barth of Niceville, Florida. "That's why I appreciate simple recipes like this one, which turns canned apricots into a special side dish."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 can (15 ounces) apricot halves
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
6 whole allspice
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)

Steps:

  • Drain apricots, reserving syrup; set apricots aside. In a small saucepan, combine the vinegar, allspice, cinnamon and reserved syrup. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. , Remove from the heat; stir in apricots. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain if desired. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 9mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SPICED APRICOT CHUTNEY



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Flavour tangy chutney with Chinese five-spice powder and paprika for an Asian-influenced condiment to serve with cheese and meat

Provided by Mary Cadogan

Categories     Condiment

Time 1h5m

Yield Makes 2kg

Number Of Ingredients 11

1kg apricot
2 red onions
5cm piece ginger
2 apples
2 red chillies
1 tsp Chinese five-spice powder
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp coarsely crushed black peppercorn
1 tsp salt
400ml cider vinegar
450g granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Halve and stone the apricots, then chop them into small pieces. Peel and coarsely chop the onions, ginger and apples, and put in a food processor. Roughly chop the chillies and add to the food processor along with the seeds. Blitz until finely chopped, then tip into a large pan and add the spices, salt and vinegar. Bring to the boil, then turn down and simmer for 10 mins, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the apricots and return to the boil. Simmer for a further 10 mins until the apricots are starting to soften, then tip in the sugar and stir until dissolved. Increase the heat and boil for 15-20 mins, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is thick and leaves a brief trail when a wooden spoon is dragged across the base of the pan.
  • Pot into warm clean jars and label. Store for up to a year in a cool dry place.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 24 calories, Carbohydrate 6 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

SPICED APRICOT CIDER



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You'll need just six ingredients to simmer together this hot spiced beverage. Each delicious mugful is rich with apricot flavor.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (12 ounce) cans apricot nectar
2 cups water
¼ cup lemon juice
¼ cup sugar
2 each whole cloves
2 cinnamon sticks cinnamon sticks (3 inches)

Steps:

  • In a slow cooker, combine all ingredients; mix well. Cover and cook on low for 2 hours or until cider reaches desired temperature. Remove cloves and cinnamon sticks before serving.n

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.6 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 6.9 mg, Sugar 24.3 g

SPICED APRICOTS



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Make and share this Spiced Apricots recipe from Food.com.

Provided by flowergirl

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 can apricot halves
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
6 whole allspice
1 cinnamon stick

Steps:

  • Put apricot syrup in saucepan.
  • Add the vinegar, allspice and cinnamon.
  • Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Put in the apricots.
  • Let stand for 30 minutes.

SPICED APRICOT CIDER



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Got this one at the orchard. Have tried a sample there. Cooking time reflects a 2 hour cooling time.

Provided by weekend cooker

Categories     Beverages

Time 2h5m

Yield 6 cups, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 (12 ounce) cans apricot nectar
1/2 cup lemon juice
2 cups water
1/2 cup sugar
6 whole cloves
6 cinnamon sticks (3 to 4 inches long)

Steps:

  • In a large pitcher, combine all juices, water and sugar, and stir well.
  • Place cloves, and cinnamon sticks on a piece of cheesecloth, tie with a sto create a bag.
  • Submerge bag in pitcher, and let stand for 2-3 hours, while cooling in refridgerator.
  • After 3 hours, use a small strainer, and remove cinnamon sticks, and cloves.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.5, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 23.1, Carbohydrate 83.2, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 77.7, Protein 1.7

SPICED APRICOT CIDER



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You'll need just six ingredients to simmer together this hot spiced beverage from Connie Cummings of Gloucester, New Jersey. Each delicious mugful is rich with apricot flavor.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 2h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (12 ounce) cans apricot nectar
2 cups water
¼ cup lemon juice
¼ cup sugar
2 each whole cloves
2 cinnamon sticks cinnamon sticks (3 inches)

Steps:

  • In a slow cooker, combine all ingredients; mix well. Cover and cook on low for 2 hours or until cider reaches desired temperature. Remove cloves and cinnamon sticks before serving.n

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.6 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 6.9 mg, Sugar 24.3 g

SPICED APRICOT GINGER PRESERVES



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Four ingredients and 15 minutes is all you need to make this apricot and ginger preserves - a spiced condiment!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Condiment

Time 15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup apricot jam
1 tablespoon finely chopped crystallized ginger
1 tablespoon orange-flavored liqueur
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients in 1-quart saucepan.
  • Heat to boiling; boil 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
  • Spoon into gift jar. Store covered in refrigerator up to 2 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Tabespoon, Sodium 10 mg

SPIKED APPLE CIDER RECIPE BY TASTY



Spiked Apple Cider Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: apple cider, cinnamon sticks, whole allspice berries, gala apples, spiced rum, cinnamon stick

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Drinks

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

14 cups apple cider
4 cinnamon sticks
10 whole allspice berries
3 gala apples, or fuji apples, cored and cubed
10 fl oz spiced rum
cinnamon stick, for garnish

Steps:

  • Add the apple cider, cinnamon sticks, and allspice berries to a slow cooker. Turn the heat setting to high, cover, and warm for 30-60 minutes, or until steaming. Once steaming, reduce the heat setting to warm.
  • Add the apples and rum and stir to combine.
  • Ladle into mugs and garnish with cinnamon sticks.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 0 grams, Sugar 25 grams

Tips:

  • Use the best quality ingredients you can find. Fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables will make a big difference in the flavor of your cider.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices. A little bit of ginger, cinnamon, or cardamom can really enhance the flavor of the cider.
  • Let the cider simmer for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the cider warm or cold, depending on your preference.
  • Garnish the cider with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a slice of orange for a festive touch.

Conclusion:

Spiced apricot cider is a delicious and refreshing drink that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make, and it can be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you're looking for a warm and comforting drink, give this recipe a try.

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