Easy Buttered Apple Cider
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.
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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
How to Store & Re-Heat
- 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!
Hot Buttered Apple Cider can be made and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To make it ahead of time, follow the recipe as directed, but instead of ladling the cider into mugs, let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, transfer the cider to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator until ready to serve. To reheat, follow the instructions for reheating provided above. You may need to whisk the cider after reheating to ensure the butter is fully incorporated.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Buttered Apple Cider
Amount per Serving
Calories
139
% Daily Value*
Fat
1
g
2
%
Saturated Fat
0.2
g
1
%
Trans Fat
0.004
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.05
g
Cholesterol
0.3
mg
0
%
Sodium
12
mg
1
%
Potassium
251
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
34
g
11
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
30
g
33
%
Protein
0.3
g
1
%
Vitamin A
7
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
2
mg
2
%
Calcium
28
mg
3
%
Iron
0.4
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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.
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