Hot Buttered Apple Cider is a delicious and comforting beverage perfect for chilly days or cozy evenings at home.
This hot drink is a classic favorite that will warm you up from the inside out, made with a blend of warm spices, sweet apple cider, and a pat of butter.
So whether you're curling up with a good book, entertaining guests, or simply looking for a comforting treat, Hot Buttered Apple Cider is a fantastic choice to fill your senses with autumn's delightful aroma and flavor.
How to Make Hot Buttered Apple Cider
Note: The full instructions are provided in the recipe card below.
Mix the softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt in a medium bowl until combined. Add the apple cider and cinnamon sticks to a large pot, bring it to a simmer over medium heat, and then turn the heat down to low.
Gradually add the butter mixture, whisking until the butter is melted. Remove from heat; add apple brandy or spiced rum and whisk to combine. Ladle the hot buttered cider into mugs. Top each serving with cinnamon sticks if desired. Serve hot.
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📖 Recipe
Easy Buttered Apple Cider
Ingredients
- 8 cups all-natural apple cider or unfiltered apple juice
- 3 cinnamon sticks plus for garnishing
- ¼ to ½ cup brown sugar , adjust to taste
- 1-½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground clove
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
- 113 g (1 stick ) unsalted butter , softened
- 1 cup Calvados (Apple brandy) or spiced rum , adjust to taste, optional
Instructions
- Using a medium bowl, mix together the softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until combined.
- In a large pot, add the apple cider and cinnamon sticks, bring it to a simmer over medium heat, then turn the heat down to low. Gradually add the butter mixture, whisking until the butter is melted. Remove from heat; add apple brandy or spiced rum and whisk to combine. Ladle the hot buttered cider into mugs. Top each serving with cinnamon sticks if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- To store: Transfer any remaining cider to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. When you're ready to enjoy it again, reheat the cider on the stovetop or in the microwave until it reaches your desired temperature. You can also reheat the cider with additional spices, such as cinnamon or nutmeg to refresh the flavor.
- To reheat: Pour the desired amount of cider into a small saucepan and heat over medium heat, occasionally stirring until heated. Alternatively, you can reheat it in the microwave by placing it in a microwave-safe container and heating it in 30-second intervals until it's heated through, stirring after each interval. Just be careful not to overheat the cider, as it can cause the butter to separate. Once it's heated, ladle the cider into mugs, and enjoy!
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.
