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This Instant Pot Apple Ciderrecipe is the best drink for fall, and the holiday season, to keep you warm! It’s made in the pressure cooker with orange, lemon, apples, cranberries, cinnamon and cloves.
A HOMEMADE HOT APPLE CIDER RECIPE
Apple cider is a favorite during the fall and holiday months. We already have this easy stovetop version, this from scratch slow cooker version and since I am a big fan of my Instant Pot, I couldn’t wait to share this pressure cooker version today as well.
HOW TO MAKE INSTANT POT APPLE CIDER
Making your own homemade apple cider from scratch couldn’t be easier when you use an Instant Pot.
All of those delicious sweet and spicy flavors are infused together in just 15 minutes of cooking time (minus the pressure and natural release time).
To start off, place the orange, lemon, chopped apples and fresh cranberries into the inner pot of your pressure cooker.
Add a few cinnamon sticks, some cloves and one star anise.Star anise adds a wonderful licorice like aroma and can be found on Amazon, the baking aisle or the International section of a large grocery store where there are dried herbs. Feel free to leave it out if you can’t find it.
Fill with enough water to cover the fruit. I tested this recipe in my 6 Quart Instant Pot – you may have to adjust the amounts depending on the size of your pressure cooker.
Cook on high pressure for 15 minutes and allow to naturally release.
You can add any sweetener of your choice and adjust the amount according to your taste. Coconut sugar, brown sugar, maple syrup, honey or any low calorie sweetener would work depending on your preference.
The combination of orange and lemon add that burst of citrus that pairs amazingly well with the cinnamon and cloves.
WHY I LOVE INSTANT POT APPLE CIDER
The best part about making your own instant pot apple cider is that you can alter it slightly for different occasions.
Not a fan of cranberries or the lemon? You can leave them out depending on your mood or what you have on hand.
Grab a warm mug and cuddle up by the fireplace. Or add some caramel and whipped cream for a dessert drink.
Instant Pot Apple Cider
This Instant Pot Apple Ciderrecipe is the best drink for fall, and the holiday season, to keep you warm! It's made in the pressure cooker with orange, lemon, apples, cranberries, cinnamon and cloves.
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Holiday
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Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 100 kcal
Author: Kelly
Ingredients
- 7 medium apples cored and quartered (can leave skin on - a mix of Granny Smith, Honey Crisp & Gala)
- 1 orange (peeled and cut into segments)
- 1 lemon (peeled and cut into segments)
- 1/2 cup fresh cranberries
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1/2 teaspoons whole cloves
- 1 whole star anise leave out if you prefer or can't find it
- enough water to cover fruit
- 1/4 - 1/2 cup sweetener of your choice sugar, brown sugar, coconut sugar, maple syrup, honey, Stevia etc.
Instructions
Place the quartered apples, orange, lemon and cranberries into the inner pot of your Instant Pot Pressure Cooker. Add cinnamon sticks, whole cloves and star anise (if using) and pour enough water to cover the fruit.
Place the lid on and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes. Allow to naturally release on its own or you can do a quick release after 10 minutes.
Mash the fruit with a potato masher to release the juices.
Carefully strain the solids from the liquids using a fine mesh sieve. Discard solids and store cider in an airtight container for up to 1 week or freeze for later use.
Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Apple Cider
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 100
% Daily Value*
Sodium 2mg0%
Potassium 223mg6%
Carbohydrates 26g9%
Fiber 5g20%
Sugar 18g20%
Vitamin A 125IU3%
Vitamin C 24mg29%
Calcium 28mg3%
Iron 0.4mg2%
* Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy using the WPRM recipe calculator. It is best to make your own calculations to ensure accuracy. We expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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FAQs
The process for making apple cider and spiced apple cider is the same. The main difference is that spiced apple cider is, well, spiced! It typically has been infused with flavors of different warm spices (like cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg) versus regular apple cider which gets its flavor solely from the apples.
How do you keep hot cider hot? ›
If you're serving out of a heat-safe pitcher, fill your pitcher and keep the remaining cider on the stove over very low heat. If you're using a slow-cooker, place the cider and cinnamon sticks into the slow cooker on high heat at least one hour before your guests arrive.
Can you heat up cold apple cider to make hot apple cider? ›
1. Combine apple juice or apple cider with cloves and cinnamon in a microwaveable mug, cup or glass. 2. Heat in the microwave oven, uncovered, for 2 to 3 minutes.
How do you make homemade cider better? ›
Caroline advises that with the addition of a little apple juice or elderflower cordial there is every chance that you will be able to turn your cider from puckering to perfect. Just don't put the lid back on it and pop it in the cupboard as it may well start to ferment again.
What apples are best for hot apple cider? ›
For sweeter cider, try Gala, Fuji, Cortland, Golden Delicious, or Red Delicious varieties; for a more acidic ghostwriter seminararbeit, tart flavor, go with Pink Lady, Braeburn, Jonathan, or McIntosh. A blend of apples from both the sweet and tart flavor families is sure to be a hit!
What does hot apple cider do to your body? ›
Apple cider contains polyphenols, which are compounds in plants that act as antioxidants. They can help the body to fight against free radicals and cell damage, lowering your risk of certain types of cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. Polyphenols also help to ease inflammation in the body.
Can I just heat up apple cider? ›
Apple cider is a versatile beverage you can integrate into your menu in a variety of ways. While delicious cold, you can turn apple cider into a warming and comforting drink by heating it on the stove and adding a sprinkle of your favorite type of cinnamon.
What is the shelf life of hot apple cider? ›
When buying apple cider, pay attention to shelf life. The standard refrigeration period for unpasteurized cider is two weeks, or one week after it's opened. For pasteurized cider, it's four weeks or more. Preservatives will add approximately one week to shelf life.
What is a good liquor to put in hot cider? ›
I prefer bourbon but whiskey or a dark rum with caramel flavors would also work wonderfully. What kind of bourbon goes in spiked apple cider? I used Makers Mark for this recipe which is one of my favorite bourbon brands. However, other brands I also recommend Four Roses or Woodford Reserve as other great options.
What can I add to cider to make it taste better? ›
Mulling spices
Combine classic warming spices like clove, allspice and cinnamon in your cider for an especially autumnal treat.
One with a hint of acidity.
You need just a touch of acidity to balance out the sugar and give it a well-balanced flavour. Note: You can use tart ciders, but just make sure to add more sugar.
What is healthier apple juice or apple cider? ›
Cider contains more of apples' polyphenol compounds than clear commercial apple juice. Fresh cider from cider apples may contain from two to four times the amount of these healthful compounds compared to clear commercial apple juice because of the apple varieties used and the extra processing to make clear juice.
What makes apple cider taste good? ›
Apple cider is a tasty drink comprised of freshly pressed apples, often served infused with spices such as cinnamon, anise, allspice, nutmeg, and cloves. Just about any apple makes decent cider, though the nuances of each apple variety will permeate the beverage.
How do you reduce the bitterness in cider? ›
Back sweetening reduces perceived sourness, bitterness and saltiness, but may take time to blend in and not give a “raw” impression of unfermented sugar or juice. Higher carbonation adds carbonic acid to the cider, which gives a “bite” to the finish and can help balance sweetness.
What is the best sugar for cider making? ›
Liquid sugar is one of the most widely used sugars in cider production because its 67% sucrose content and low viscosity enable it to deliver consistent and reproducible results.
Is hot apple juice the same as apple cider? ›
Essentially apple juice is apple cider that has been heated to change the color, flavor, and texture. The color is transparent, and the flavor is sweeter. Apple juice has a smooth texture because it's usually strained to eliminate pulp and sediment found in more traditional apple cider.
Is hot cider the same as cold cider? ›
Here's the difference between apple cider and apple juice: Apple cider is just unfiltered apple juice that can be served hot or cold. Mulled apple cider is unfiltered apple juice that's been heated and flavored with mulling spices such as cinnamon, cloves, and allspice; and fruits like oranges, lemons, and apples.
What is the hot apple cider drink from Starbucks called? ›
Caramel Apple Spice: Starbucks Coffee Company.
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