Cinnamon-Steeped Apple Cider
A fragrant, warming beverage made with minimal ingredients to honor the spirit of quiet celebration. This American-inspired Christmas recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, brings together apple cider, cinnamon sticks, cloves for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 100 calories and feeds 4, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 cups (unsweetened) apple cider
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 2 whole cloves
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine apple cider, cinnamon sticks, and cloves.
- Step 2: Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Step 3: Strain into a pitcher, discarding cinnamon sticks and cloves. Serve warm.






