This crockpot apple cider has only a few simple ingredients and steps to deliciousness. It is so easy to use to create your favorite mocktail, too. Plus, it makes your house smell incredible!
Crockpot Apple Cider
Crockpot apple cider is a delicious mocktail that takes very little effort and makes enough for a crowd. It only has a few simple ingredients and instructions too so really anyone can make it.
Not only that, but all the warm spices and apples make your house smell amazing!
What spices are best for making cider?
For a traditional apple cider, allspice, cloves and cinnamon are best. You can certainly spice it up a bit more with one star anise but I am not a big fan.
How to make crockpot apple cider
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Put juice, sugar and cinnamon sticks in a crockpot or slow cooker
- Place remaining spice in a cheesecloth or just loose in the cider
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Cover and cook on low 2-4 hours
Pro Tip: Don’t overcook the spices in the cider or it will taste bitter
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Remove spice bag or loose spices before serving
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Garnish with apple slices and cinnamon sticks before serving (optional)
Can you reheat it in your crockpot?
You can absolutely keep reheating this delicious mocktail until it’s gone by turning your crockpot or slow cooker on low, or high if you are in a hurry.
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Crockpot Apple Cider
Ingredients
- 1 cinnamon sticks
- 1 tsp. whole cloves
- 1 tsp. whole allspice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 quarts apple cider or juice
- 1 red apple (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Put juice, sugar and cinnamon sticks in a crock pot or slow cooker
- Put all spices in a cheesecloth or just directly into the crockpot
- Cover and cook on low 2-4 hours
- Remove spice bag or loose spices before serving
- Garnish with apple slices and cinnamon sticks (optional)
Notes
Nutrition
*This post was originally published on November 14, 2009 as slow cooker apple cider. It was updated on September 16, 2019 with a new title but same recipe, photos, more concise directions, tips and tricks.
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