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Hot Spiced Cranberry Cider

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"Make some memories with the aromas of cinnamon, clove and lemon, mingled with hot apple cranberry cider. If desired, float a fresh lemon slice in each cup." — Michele O'Sullivan

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Original recipe makes 25 (4 ounce) servings Change Servings

2 quarts apple cider
6 cups cranberry juice
1/4 cup packed brown sugar

4 cinnamon sticks
1 1/2 teaspoons whole cloves
1 lemon, thinly sliced

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Directions

In a large pot, combine apple cider, cranberry juice, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, cloves and lemon slices. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove cinnamon, cloves, and lemon slices. Serve hot.

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PREP 15 mins
COOK 25 mins
READY IN 40 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

May 23, 2005

This recipe is amazing. I mixed it early in the day and put it in a crock pot for about an hour before needing it. It made the whole house smell warm and festive. I will definately make this again.

—KITCHENWITCHMS

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Sep 07, 2005

This was just ok. It was a little too tart, even for my husband who is cranberry crazy. I would recommend using an orage instead of a lemon to cut down on the tartness. I did not do this but added more brown sugar. This helped some but made it a little too sweet.

—momtomany

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Jul 11, 2005

Wonderful...only be careful with the lemon. If cooked too long it becomes to acidy. Next time I am only putting it in the individual cups.

—DaisyMae

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Jan 25, 2004

I made this for a holiday party, and it was delicious. I was a little skeptical, so I also made plain apple cider. Everyone wanted the cranberry, and it was so easy to mix up that I am sure to make it again.

—REBECCA_MILLER_JD

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Nov 20, 2005

This was fantastic! I made it in a slow-cooker and it made the house smell heavenly. Because I didn't want it too tart, I didn't add the lemon, and added a few tablespoons of real maple syrup, which made all the difference. Next time I will only use 3 cinammon sticks, because I don't like cider that's so spiced that your mouth feels overwhelmed and I don't want to lose the flavor of the apples. Served this at a baby shower and the guests loved it.

—joesgirljeri

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Oct 10, 2005

This is a great spin on a cold-weather classic. I made something like this all last fall and winter, but have never thought of the lemon. I used 1 cup of frozen cranberries because I didn't have cranberry juice. Omitted the sugar, and yes it is very tart but that's how I like it. Cooked in the crockpot for a few hours this afternoon. The house smells heavenly!

—What a Dish!

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Jan 25, 2004

Wonderful! I used 2 tsp cinnamon rather than the sticks. I will definitely make again!!

—ROUVER

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Sep 16, 2005

My family has enjoyed hot apple cider for years but this is now my favorite. A wonderful blend and great taste especially around the holiday's.

—sylvieskitchen

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Nutrition

Calories
79 kcal
4%

Carbohydrates
20 g
6%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fat
0.2 g
< 1%

Fiber
0.6 g
2%

Protein
0.1 g
< 1%

Sodium
5 mg
< 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Hot Spiced Cranberry Cider

Serving Size: 1/25 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 25
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 79
Calories from Fat: 2

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g < 1 %
** Saturated Fat 0g < 1 %
** Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
Sodium 5mg < 1 %
** Potassium 109mg 3 %
Total Carbohydrates 20g 6 %
Dietary Fiber 0.6g 2 %
Protein 0.1g < 1 %
** Sugars 17.5g
Vitamin A < 1 %
Vitamin C 100 %
Calcium 2 %
Iron 4 %
** Thiamin 2 %
** Niacin < 1 %
** Vitamin B6 2 %
** Magnesium 1 %
** Folate < 1 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.