Best 9 Warm Spiced Cranapple Cider Recipes

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When the weather turns cold and crisp, there is nothing quite like a warm and comforting drink to warm your bones and lift your spirits. One of the best ways to do this is with a delicious mug of warm spiced cranapple cider. This festive beverage is made with fresh cranberries, apples, and a variety of spices, and it is sure to put you in the holiday spirit. With its tart and tangy flavor, warm spiced cranapple cider is the perfect way to celebrate the season.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOT CRAN-APPLE CIDER



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This sparkly refreshing fruit drink is part of every holiday occasion I host. A tangy twist on plain apple cider, it fills the house with warm Christmas aromas as it simmers.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 teaspoon whole cloves
1 medium navel orange
1 medium lemon
4 cups apple cider or juice
3 cups cranberry juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)

Steps:

  • Insert cloves into orange. Cut orange and lemon into slices. In a large saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients; add orange and lemon slices. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. , Remove cinnamon sticks and fruit slices with a slotted spoon if desired before serving. Ladle into mugs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 16mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g 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

HOT SPICED CRANBERRY-APPLE CIDER RECIPE - (4.3/5)



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Provided by á-61574

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups cranberry juice cocktail
1 1/2 cups apple cider
3 tablespoons sugar
4 1/4 inch slices peeled fresh ginger
5 cardamom pods
12 black peppercorns
2 (4-inch) strips fresh orange peel, plus 4 orange slices for garnish
5 whole cloves, plus additional for studding orange slices

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except garnish in a medium saucepan and simmer, covered, 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, 20 minutes. Strain through a sieve into a heatproof pitcher. Pour into heatproof glasses.

HOT SPICED CIDER



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This recipe uses an automatic coffee maker to brew the cider. If you don't own one, heat it in a slow cooker or a saucepan over medium heat on the stovetop. Grab your mugs and dive into this hot drink! Clean your coffee maker according to the manufacturer's instructions before using for coffee again.

Provided by Sara

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cider Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup packed brown sugar
½ teaspoon whole allspice
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick
¼ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 large orange, quartered with peel
2 quarts apple cider

Steps:

  • Place filter in coffee basket, and fill with brown sugar, allspice, cloves, cinnamon stick, salt, nutmeg, and orange wedges. Pour apple cider into coffee pot where the water usually goes. Brew, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 51.5 mg, Sugar 18.8 g

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

HOT CRANBERRY CIDER



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Adding colorful appeal to a wintertime meal is a easy-just turn to this tasty cider. The cranberry juice gives it lots of flavor, too. -Anna Mary Beiler, Strasburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 25-30 servings (1 gallon).

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 quarts unsweetened apple juice or cider
1 quart cranberry juice
2 to 3 whole cloves
1 cinnamon sticks (3-1/2 inches)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large kettle; bring to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove cloves and cinnamon stick. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts :

HOT CRANBERRY-APPLE CIDER



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Warm up with a mug of our delicious cider made with cranberry juice, apple cider, brown sugar and cinnamon. For an adult version, add some spiced rum or cinnamon schnapps!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Beverage

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 quarts apple cider
1 1/2 quarts cranberry juice (not cocktail, no sugar added)
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
4 sticks cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons whole cloves
Spiced rum or cinnamon schnapps, if desired
1 orange, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In 4-quart saucepan, mix all ingredients. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 15 minutes. Strain.
  • Pour into stemmed mugs and add a shot of spiced rum or cinnamon schnapps if desired.
  • Garnish with fresh orange slices. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 10 mg, Sugar 23 g, TransFat 0 g

HOT SPICED CRANBERRY APPLE CIDER



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Make and share this Hot Spiced Cranberry Apple Cider recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Beverages

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups cranberry juice cocktail
1 1/2 cups apple cider
3 tablespoons sugar
4 slices peeled fresh ginger (1/4 inch thick)
5 cardamom pods
12 black peppercorns
2 slices fresh orange slices (to garnish, 4-inches long)
5 whole cloves, plus additional for studding orange slices

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except garnish in a medium saucepan and simmer, covered, 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let stand, covered, 20 minutes.
  • Strain through a sieve into a heatproof pitcher; pour into heatproof glasses.

SPICED CRAN-APPLE CIDER



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Although most popular in the autumn of the year, I am blessed to live near orchards who offer frozen cider for sale year-long, so this can be a year round treat. If you can't find cider during the off-season, substitute apple juice instead! :)

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Beverages

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 quart apple cider
1 quart cranberry juice cocktail
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together in a large pan.
  • Heat over medium-high heat until mixture comes to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and serve warm.

Tips:

  • Select the right apples: For the best flavor, choose a variety of apples that are both sweet and tart, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Pink Lady.
  • Use fresh cranberries: Fresh cranberries give the cider a brighter, more tart flavor than frozen or dried cranberries.
  • Add spices to taste: The spices in this recipe are just a suggestion. Feel free to adjust the amounts to suit your taste preferences.
  • Simmer for flavor: Simmering the cider for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve warm or cold: This cider can be served warm or cold. If you're serving it cold, be sure to chill it for at least 2 hours before serving.

Conclusion:

This warm spiced cranapple cider is the perfect drink to enjoy on a cold fall or winter day. It's easy to make, delicious, and packed with flavor. So next time you're looking for a warm and comforting drink, give this cider a try. You won't be disappointed!

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