No chilly Autumn day can stand a chance against this warm and cozy Apple Cider Recipe! Made with comforting Fall spices and simmered in your slow cooker, this crisp and bright drink is the sweetest hug in a mug! You’ll just need 5 minutes of prep and 6 simple ingredients to make it!
Apple Cider Recipe
Who’s in the mood for some Hot Spiced Apple Cider?? This cozy drink is always the hit of the party!
Tami writes: “I get the most compliments on this cider. Everyone loves it and wants the recipe.”
This Crockpot Apple Cider Recipe is oh-so-tasty, will warm you to the toes, and is an absolute holiday must-have!
It’s always the perfect way to celebrate a tasty Thanksgiving and cozy Christmas in our home. It also serves up the perfect hot drink any time of year!
Sweater weather here we come! This tasty treat is the perfect cozy way to warm up on a chilly day!
If you’re having a party, you can even let guests serve themselves straight from the slow cooker!
Just have some cute mugs and a ladle nearby, and let them go to town!
Then… take your cider next-level when you make this outrageous Crock Pot Caramel Apple Cider Recipe and pair it with the Best Apple Pie!
So are you ready to make this sweet spiced apple cider recipe? You’ll be so glad you did!
Here’s what you need to make this amazing homemade apple cider…
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Apple Cider Ingredients
It takes just a few simple ingredients to make the BEST Spiced Apple Cider in your slow cooker!
Trust me… it’s what Autumn dreams are made of!
I’ve served this at so many parties and the guests go absolutely crazy for it!
Now go check your cupboards, pantry, and fridge. Or add the following to your next grocery list to make sure you’ve got everything on hand…
- Apple Cider
- Brown Sugar
- Whole Cloves
- Ground Ginger
- Orange
- Cinnamon Sticks
That’s it. You’ll just need 6 simple ingredients.
Before you start, make sure you also have some cheesecloth on hand.
You’ll also need a 5 – 7 quart Crock Pot to get the job done.
How to Make Apple Cider
You won’t believe how EASY it is to make this hot cider!
Go grab your slow cooker and let’s get started!
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. Add Cider, Sugar, and Ginger to crock pot, and stir well.
2. Add the Cinnamon Sticks and Cloves to the crock pot as instructed.
3. Then add the orange slices to crock pot, and cover with lid.
4. Cook as directed.
5. Once done, remove the cinnamon sticks, cloves and orange slices before serving.
6. Now… serve it up and start enjoying your fabulous hot cider with friends and loved ones!
Your cider can be kept on the LOW or WARM setting simmering and ready to serve all party long.
YUM!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
How To Store Apple Cider
Your spiced apple cider leftovers can be stored in your refrigerator. Then reheated and enjoyed the next day.
Hot Apple Cider Reviews
Here’s What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Crock Pot Hot Apple Cider Recipe…
A. writes: “Everyone loved it”
Tami writes: “I get the most compliments on this cider. Everyone loves it and wants the recipe.”
Amanda writes: “Wonderful!”
Jenna writes: “Super good! Everyone loved it!”
Sandra writes: “This was a big hit with my family Christmas. Super easy and tasty.”
Denise writes: “My favorite Fall drink”
Emma writes: “Very good and made the house smell delicious.”
Deborah writes: “Super easy, super tasty.”
Pamela writes: “Yummy”
Melissa writes: “Made this for our cookie and mug exchange…it was yummy”
Erika writes: “Love this”
Lynelle writes: “East to make and tastes amazing”
Christie writes: “A great recipe for Fall time!”
Tabitha writes: “Super delicious! Loved this recipe!”
Eva writes: “This is great”
Ken writes: “Delicious!!!! Great air freshener too while it is cooking!”
Jennifer writes: “I’ve been doing this for years. It makes the house smell so good.”
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Apple Cider Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 quarts Apple Cider, 2 liters
- ¼ cup Brown Sugar, packed (45mL)
- 1 teaspoon Whole Cloves, 5mL
- ⅛ teaspoon Ground Ginger, 1mL
- 1 Orange, unpeeled and cut into wedges
- 2 Cinnamon Sticks
Instructions
- Add Apple Cider, Brown Sugar, and Ginger to Crockpot, and stir well.
- Tie up Cinnamon Sticks and Whole Cloves into small square of Cheesecloth, and add to Crockpot.
- Place Orange Slices in Crock Pot, cover and simmer on LOW for 3 hours.
- Just prior to serving, remove cheesecloth bag and orange wedges.
- Serve straight from the Crockpot in regular mugs, or so-cute mason jar mugs… and ENJOY!
- Cider can be kept simmering on LOW or WARM setting during a party.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge and reheated the next day. (Yum!)
Notes
- For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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Have you tried canning the cider? I’m curious how long the shelf life is if I make a large batch and want to save it for drinking throughout the year.
I honestly haven’t tried canning this cider. If you do, let us know how it turns out!
Yes, you can leave the large pieces floating for a while, but the oranges will get bitter after TOO long. I use a stainless steel tea ball infuser for “small stuff” to replace cheesecloth.
Great tip – thanks for sharing!
Oooh my haaaannah! Love it! 🙂
It really is SO delicious!
Can I leave the cinnamon sticks free-floating in the crockpot and stick the whole cloves into the organge wedges if I do not have cheesecloth?
If you don’t have cheesecloth on hand, you probably do have a coffee filter. Just wrap in the filter and tie. No need to run out to buy anything special.
Can’t wait to try, thanks for sharing!
You’re very welcome!
My children would love this.
Thanks,
Jamie
My kids gulp this down!
Sounds wonderful! My husband loves hot cider!
My husband just loves it, too!
Whitney ~ I've honestly never tried this recipe with apple juice instead of apple cider.
I think the main difference would be that it would turn out with a more mild and less intense flavor. 🙂
~ Heidi
Could you use regular apple juice instead of apple cider? How do you think that would turn out?
If you like the Starbucks Caramel Apple Spice….they use plain apple juice. I have one in a target near me and asked them the recipe and have seen them walk to the apple juice isle in target when they are out to make it. It’s supposed to be made with apple cider. Anyway, there isn’t much difference in taste. I would say try it since apple juice isn’t seasonal and you can make all year round. If you don’t like it then you’ll know for next time. I think it will still be drinkable 😉
I love this in winter, at night before going to bed.
That sounds like such a cozy bedtime treat!
Great recipe to serve during the holidays! Thanks for sharing.
You’re very welcome!