Hot Apple Cider

Whether it’s the holidays, the weather is turning cool, or you simply want a big mug of pure comfort, look no further than this delicious Hot Apple Cider. Packed full of healing spices in a delicious base of apple juice, you may find this recipe quickly becomes a weekly staple. The bonus is that it’s so simple and easy to make!

The phytochemicals in apples make them a true brain food, feeding neurons and increasing electrical activity. Apples with red skin contain anthocyanins and even traces of malvidin (a type of anthocyanidin), which are partially responsible for the red color. These pigments have anti-obesity properties and compounds that increase digestive strength, encouraging weight loss.

Hot Apple Cider

Ingredients:

• 3 cups unsweetened apple juice
• 4 cinnamon sticks
• 2-3 orange slices
• 6-8 whole cloves
• 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

Directions:

Place the apple juice in a medium-sized saucepan and bring to a simmer. Add the cinnamon sticks. Press the cloves into the orange slices and add to the pot, together with cardamom and nutmeg. Simmer for 20-30 minutes, then remove the cinnamon sticks and oranges from the pot. Serve immediately. 

Serves: 3-4

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This item posted: 14-Sep-2018