Orange Spiced Cider

Name: Orange Spiced Cider
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 5 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups unsweetened apple juice; 1 can (12 ounces) orange juice concentrate, thawed; 1/2 cup water; 1 tablespoon Red Hots; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 teaspoon whole cloves; Orange slices, apple slices and cinnamon sticks, optional

Total Time Prep: 5 min. Cook: 2 hours

Yield 8 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

Every time I serve this wonderful hot beverage, someone asks for the recipe. Orange juice adds a bit of sweetness and Red Hots are a fun substitute for traditional cinnamon sticks. —Erika Reinhard, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Ingredients

4 cups unsweetened apple juice
1 can (12 ounces) orange juice concentrate, thawed
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon Red Hots
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon whole cloves
Orange slices, apple slices and cinnamon sticks, optional

Directions

In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first five ingredients. Place cloves in a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with kitchen spring to form a bag. Add bag to slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until heated through. Before serving, discard spice bag and stir cider. If desired, serve with orange slices, apple slices and cinnamon sticks.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 128 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 6mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fruit.

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