Easy Spiced Orange Cinnamon Cider Recipe

Name: Easy Spiced Orange Cinnamon Cider Recipe
Total time: 30 mins
Ingredients: 3 cups freshly squeezed orange juice; 3 cups apple cider; 2 oranges, thinly sliced; 1 lime, thinly sliced; 4 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks; 8 whole cloves; 1 star anise; 2 tablespoons honey

Looking for the ultimate holiday beverage? This spiced orange cinnamon cider recipe is ideal for parties or cozy nights in. Customize it with a splash of whiskey for an adult twist!

Total time30 mins
Prep time10 mins
Cook time20 mins
Yield6

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Servings

Ingredients

3 cups freshly squeezed orange juice
3 cups apple cider
2 oranges, thinly sliced
1 lime, thinly sliced
4 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks
8 whole cloves
1 star anise
2 tablespoons honey

Instructions

In a large saucepan, mix orange juice, apple cider, orange slices, lime slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, approximately 5 minutes. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
Take out the cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise. Add honey and stir until it's completely dissolved. Keep the cider warm until serving.
Pour the warm spiced cider into mugs. Garnish each serving with a cinnamon stick and a few orange and lime slices for extra flavor and visual appeal.

Nutrition

Calories: 157 kcal
Fat Content: 0 g
Fiber Content: 2 g
Sugar Content: 31 g
Sodium Content: 19 mg
Protein Content: 1 g
Carbohydrate Content: 39 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g