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This lets the whole spices steep low and slow in the slow cooker for hours rather than a quick stovetop simmer, since that extended gentle heat is what fully infuses the cider with warmth from the cinnamon, cloves, and star anise without any bitterness from over-extraction. Fresh cranberries added to the pot burst slightly as they simmer, releasing a natural tartness that balances the cider's sweetness.
Per serving
90kcal
Calories
23g
Carbs
1g
Fiber
19g
Sugar
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
210 min
Servings
10 people
Difficulty
easy
Follow step-by-step with voice guidance.
Add the apple cider, fresh cranberries, and orange slices to a slow cooker.
Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and star anise.
Stir in the brown sugar.
Cover and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours, or on high for 1.5 to 2 hours, until fragrant and warmed through.
Taste and adjust the sweetness with more brown sugar if desired.
Strain out the whole spices, cranberries, and orange slices before serving, or ladle carefully around them.
Serve warm in mugs, garnished with a fresh cinnamon stick or orange slice.
Let It Steep Low and Slow: The extended gentle heat of a slow cooker fully infuses the cider with warmth from the whole spices without extracting any bitterness, unlike a quick, hard simmer. Use Whole Spices, Not Ground: Whole cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise infuse cleanly into the liquid and are easy to strain out, unlike ground spices which would leave the cider gritty. Add Fresh Cranberries for Natural Tartness: As they simmer and burst slightly, they release a tartness that balances the cider's sweetness nicely.
Yes, combine everything in a large pot and simmer gently on low heat for about 30 to 40 minutes, keeping it well below a boil so the spices don't turn bitter.
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