Heartmade Holidays

Celebrate the arrival of fall with our scrumptious and simple Slow Cooker Hot Apple Cider, a perfect beverage to warm up those chilly autumn days. This heartwarming concoction is a delightful blend of sweet and tangy apple flavors, slow-cooked to perfection.

A Warm and Welcoming Drink for Fall and Beyond

As the leaves change colors and the air gets a bit crisp, there’s nothing quite like sipping on a steaming mug of hot apple cider. This simple slow cooker hot apple cider recipe will fill your home with the delightful aroma of cinnamon and cloves, setting the perfect mood for the cozy season ahead. Whether you’re hosting a fall gathering, celebrating Christmas morning, or just want a comforting drink, this recipe has got you covered.

Supplies and Equipment Needed:

• Slow cooker or crockpot
• Whisk
• Ladle
• Glasses or mugs for serving

Ingredients:

• 1 gallon of apple cider
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 10 cloves
• 3 cinnamon sticks
• Apple wedges or slices (optional for presentation/garnish)

Directions:

Pour the gallon of apple cider into the slow cooker.

Add in the brown sugar and whisk until fully dissolved.

Add the cloves and cinnamon sticks.

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 2-3 hours or on high for 1-2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Serve the hot apple cider in your favorite glasses or mugs. You can garnish each glass with apple wedges or slices for an extra touch of presentation. Enjoy the warm and comforting flavors!

Stove Top Instructions:

1. Follow the same steps as above.
2. Instead of using a slow cooker, heat the mixture on the stove in a large pot until it’s hot but not boiling.
3. Allow the cider to simmer for a while before serving. Follow the same garnishing instructions.

There’s something undeniably comforting about the rich aroma and taste of homemade hot apple cider. Whether you prefer it spiked or non-alcoholic, this slow cooker recipe is perfect for bringing warmth and cheer to any occasion. So, whip up a batch, gather your loved ones, and savor the goodness of this fall and holiday favorite.

Simple Slow Cooker Hot Apple Cider

Spruce up a gallon of cider this Fall or Christmas morning with simple pantry ingredients. Simmered with a few added ingredients takes the sour out of the cider. And the smell while it’s cooking is amazing. You could easily make it SPIKED to your preference , too. Great to serve up at Fall gatherings or the holidays.

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Prep Time 2 hours hrs

Total Time 2 hours hrs

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Servings 16

Equipment

• Supplies and Equipment Needed:
• Slow cooker or crockpot
• Whisk
• Ladle
• Glasses or mugs for serving

Ingredients

  

Ingredients:

• 1 gallon of apple cider
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 10 cloves
• 3 cinnamon sticks
• Apple wedges or slices optional for presentation/garnish

Instructions

 

Instructions:

• Pour the gallon of cider into the slow cooker.
• Add in the brown sugar and whisk until dissolved.
• Add in the cloves and cinnamon sticks.
• Cover and cook low for 2-3 hours or on high for 1-2 hours.
• Serve warm in glasses of choice and enjoy.

Stove Top instructions:

• Follow the same steps above but heat on the stove in a large pot until hot, not boiling.
• Allow the cider to simmer for a while before drinking and enjoy.

Notes

Can add slices of apples to the slow cooker if desired. You can also add an apple slice to the glass for serving along with a dash of cinnamon. Keep warm for serving.