The aroma of this Hot Spiced Cranberry Cider Recipe is pure holiday magic, filling your kitchen with the comforting scents of cinnamon, clove, and tart cranberries. This easy, simmering drink is my go-to for warming up chilly evenings and welcoming guests. After years of testing, I’ve perfected the balance of sweet, tart, and spice, making this a foolproof crowd-pleaser you can trust.

Easy Hot Spiced Cranberry Cider Recipe

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Author: Dorothy Miller

Ingredients

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4 cups of real apple cider
2 cups of cranberry juice (not cocktail)
1/4 cup brown sugar
4 cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
1 star of anise
1 lemon or orange
1/4 cup fresh cranberries

Instructions

Put the apple cider, cranberry juice and brown sugar in a pot.
Add the cloves, cinnamon sticks and star of anise wrapped in cheesecloth or in a muslin bag.

Add the cranberries to the pot.
Bring a boil and simmer for about 15 minutes.
Remove the spices.
Pour into glasses making sure that the cranberries are evenly divide.
Slice the lemon or orange and add one slice to each cup.

Serve

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Easy Hot Spiced Cranberry Cider Recipe