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Homemade Apple Cider

Homemade Apple Cider simmers fresh apples with sugar, cinnamon, and allspice until the fruit breaks down into a fragrant, cozy brew. Strained until clear, it delivers a balanced sweetness and warm spice that’s perfect for crisp evenings, holiday gatherings, or a comforting mug anytime.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook3 hrs
  • Serves16
  • DifficultyEasy
Homemade Apple Cider
  1. 1

    Gather the ingredients.

  2. 2

    Place the apples in a large stockpot; cover them with water by at least 2 inches. Stir in the sugar, cinnamon, and allspice. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil, uncovered, for 1 hour. Reduce the heat to low; cover and simmer for 2 hours.

  3. 3

    Strain the apple mixture through a fine-mesh sieve; discard the solids. Drain the cider again through a sieve lined with cheesecloth.

  4. 4

    Serve warm or refrigerate the cider until cold.

  5. 5

    Enjoy!