Homemade Apple Cider Mix
There’s nothing like sipping on apple cider to make you feel all warm and fuzzy – except maybe not having to spend hours chopping apples or watching it simmer on the stove. Enter this Apple Cider Mix. It’s quick, it’s easy, and it’ll save you from the hassle of making cider from scratch. Plus, it’s the perfect DIY gift for when you just have to give something homemade without actually making something. Simply toss it in a jar with a cute ribbon, and voilà- instant holiday magic.
This mix is your new best friend on those days when you have zero time to chop apples and want something cozy stat. Bonus: it also makes you look like a super thoughtful person. Who knew you could fake the “I spent hours in the kitchen” vibe with just a jar?
This Recipe Is…
- Quick & Convenient: No need to stand over the stove for hours. Just add hot water, stir, and boom, cider.
- Great for Gifting: Wrap it up in a cute jar with a ribbon, and suddenly, you’re the best gift-giver ever.
- Customizable: Want to go the extra mile? Add a splash of rum for that adult vibe. Or keep it basic with classic cider vibes.
- Better Ingredients: Unlike store-bought cider mixes that contain a range of questionable ingredients (hello, caramel color and malic acid), this one is pure, unadulterated cozy cider goodness.
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar (because white sugar is so last year)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup apple powder (don’t freak out, you’ll find it online, or make it yourself—no big deal)
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground clove
Directions
- Dump all the ingredients into a mixing bowl and whisk like you mean it.
- If you see lumps, give them the boot with a fine mesh strainer.
- Store the mix in a sealed container – dark, dry, and cool place.
- To Make Cider: Boil 10 ounces of water. Stir in 4 teaspoons of the mix. Sip. Enjoy. Repeat.
If you can’t get enough of that cozy apple flavor, you’ll love these other sweet and simple favorites: Puff Pastry Apple Roses for an elegant treat, Easy Apple Dumplings for pure comfort food, and Fried Apples just like the ones Grandma used to make.
Apple Cider Mix
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar loosely packed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup apple powder
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground clove
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a medium mixing bowl and whisk until fully combined.
- If there are lumps, run the mixture through a fine mesh strainer, using the back of a spoon to crush the lumps through the mesh.
Notes
Nutrition
What’s Apple Powder? It’s exactly what it sounds like—dried apples, ground up into powder. Don’t question it. It adds a punch of concentrated apple flavor to your drink. You can buy it online or grind freeze-dried apples yourself in a blender. It’s easy, just like making this cider mix.
Tips for the Perfect Cider Mix
- Storage: Don’t be that person who refrigerates it. It’ll just ruin everything. Keep it in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Longer Shelf Life: Add a moisture-absorbing packet to maintain freshness for up to a couple of months.
- Mixing Tip: If you’re fancy, use a milk frother to blend it like a pro—no floating spice clumps here.
- Tea Bag Hack: Want a smoother drink? Stick the mix in a tea bag and steep it. Just know the flavor will be a little more “subtle.”
Enjoying this Apple Cider Mix on a chilly day is like wrapping yourself in a cozy blanket of spiced apple warmth. Create a large batch for yourself or give it as a gift to share the joy of a classic fall flavor.
Last Bite
Do you sip cider all season long, or do you reserve it for just once the leaves start to fall? I’d love to know! Drop a comment below, share this post with your favorite apple-obsessed friend, and tell me which apple recipe you’ll be making next.
