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Cranberry Apple Cider

A comforting beverage made in a slow cooker, combining apple, cranberry, and orange juices with warming spices. Perfect for chilly evenings and gatherings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Beverage, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 129
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Juices
  • 1 liter unsweetened apple juice (pure) Choose pure, unsweetened apple juice to control sweetness.
  • 2 cups unsweetened orange juice (pure) Can substitute with another pure citrus juice if needed.
  • 1 liter unsweetened cranberry juice Unsweetened provides a tart flavor.
Sweeteners & Spices
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup sweetener, to taste (sugar, stevia, honey, or another sweetener) Adjust sweetness according to preference.
  • 3 whole cinnamon sticks For flavor; can substitute with ground cinnamon.
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves Or use a small pinch of another warm spice if needed.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Choose a slow cooker that holds at least 4 quarts.
  2. Pour the apple juice, orange juice, and cranberry juice into the slow cooker.
  3. Add the chosen amount of sweetener, cinnamon sticks, and ground cloves.
  4. Stir the mixture well to disperse the sweetener and spices.
  5. Cover the slow cooker with its lid.
Cooking
  1. Cook on low for 3 to 4 hours, or until the cider is hot.
  2. Carefully taste a spoonful once the cider is hot. If it needs more sweetness, add more sweetener and stir.
Serving
  1. Keep the cider warm on the low or warm setting while serving.
  2. Refrigerate any leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes

Pairs well with simple snacks like butter cookies or baked treats. You can add fresh fruit slices for garnish.