Superfood Spiced Apple Cider
By Suzanne Boothby
It’s a great time of year to make your own warm apple cider drink. It starts with fresh apple juice — use tart apples like Granny Smith or sweet apples like gala to create your flavor profile. Next you’ll add mulling spices, which are rich in flavonoids and polyphenols. Ginger, cardamom, and cloves help strengthen digestion, while cinnamon is known for its anti-inflammatory properties. The lemon zest and orange add extra flavor and vitamin C.
Ingredients
- 4-6 apples, juiced (will make about 4 cups)
- 4 whole cloves
- 4 whole cinnamon sticks
- 4 whole cardamom pods
- 1-inch piece ginger
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 small orange, thin slices
Directions
- Wash apples, then chop and prepare to suit your juicer.
- Juice apples and transfer juice to a medium saucepan.
- Add cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger and lemon zest.
- Cover and warm on low-medium for 25 minutes. Don’t bring to a boil.
- Add orange slices to the mixture in the last 5 minutes.
- Strain the mixture into a heat-safe container and serve in your favorite mugs.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4-6