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    Home » Food and Drink » Drinks

    Mulled Apple Cider

    Published: Dec 19, 2016 · Modified: Dec 2, 2022 by Jenna Urben · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Mulled Apple Cider is the perfect drink to serve during the holidays! It's warm, cozy, and comforting. Fill your kitchen with fall aromas and get into the holiday spirit.

    Easy Homemade Mulled Apple Cider

    Warm up this fall or winter season with some homemade mulled apple cider!

    Mulled apple cider is the quintessential fall drink. With cloves and spices, apple and oranges, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

    The second the first crisp breeze rolls across North Texas, I've filling my cup full of this seasonal drink! Join me and make it yourself.

    Ingredient Notes

    Here's what you'll need to make the best autumn apple cider:

    • Apple juice
    • Orange juice
    • Water
    • Orange
    • Apple
    • Whole cloves
    • Mulling spices
    Easy Homemade Mulled Apple Cider

    How to Make Stovetop Mulled Cider

    My favorite variation of is mulled apple cider with clove oranges! It's how my mom made it growing up, and I'm carrying on the fall tradition.

    Grab your largest pot and place it on the stove. Pour in the apple juice, orange juice, and water.

    Poke as many cloves as desired into the orange, then slice up the apple.

    Fill a spice ball with about 3 tablespoons of mulling spices. Add everything to the pot and bring to a simmer.

    Let simmer for at least 10 minutes, or until warm. Ladle into mugs and serve immediately!

    Spiked Mulled Apple Cider

    If you're looking to amp up your fall or winter cider, make spiced cider with dark rum! Other popular alternatives include brandy or bourbon.

    What to Serve with Hot Apple Cider

    Sure, you can enjoy your cider as is, cuddled up on the couch or near the fireplace. But here are a few food pairings for the holiday season!

    • Warm up with cider paired with pumpkin banana bread or baked pumpkin donuts.
    • Serve on Thanksgiving or Christmas with classic dishes like green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole, and mashed potatoes.
    • Enjoy as an after dinner drink with a festive dessert like my dairy free pumpkin pie, baked apple cider donuts, mini apple pie tarts, or vegan salted caramel cupcakes.

    Holiday drink recipes to fall in love with

    • Apple Cider Margarita
    • Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix
    • Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte
    • Egg-Free Eggnog
    • Pumpkin Spice Cold Brew
    • Vegan Gingerbread Latte

    Do you have a special holiday recipe? Share with me in the comments below!

    Easy Homemade Mulled Apple Cider

    Stovetop Mulled Apple Cider with Clove Oranges

    Mulled Apple Cider is the perfect drink to serve during the holidays! It's warm, cozy, and comforting.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Drinks
    Servings 8 servings

    Equipment

    • Stockpot

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 quarts apple juice
    • 2 cups water
    • 1 cup orange juice
    • 1 orange poked with cloves
    • 1 apple sliced
    • 3 tablespoon mulling spices
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    Instructions
     

    • Pour the apple juice, water, and orange juice into a large pot on the stove.
    • Poke cloves into the orange and slice then apple, then add to pot.
    • Using a tea ball or spice ball, secure about 3 tablespoons of mulling spices inside and let float.
    • Bring to a simmer over low heat and let simmer for at least 10 minutes or until warm. Ladle into mugs and serve immediately.

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    Notes

    For adults: Spike cider with 1 shot of dark spiced rum, brandy, or bourbon. Cheers!
    Did you make this recipe?Please leave a star rating or review in the form below, then snap a picture and tag me @theurbenlife on Instagram!

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    About Jenna Urben

    Jenna Urben is the recipe developer, content creator, and storyteller behind The Urben Life. She has over 10 years experience adapting family favorite meals to fit allergy-friendly diets. Join Jenna as she shares delicious dairy-free recipes that are easy to follow with plenty of tips and alternatives.

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    1. Kelly

      December 18, 2021 at 11:20 am

      This sounds amazing! Can this be done in a slow cooker/crockpot instead?

      Reply
      • Jenna Urben

        December 21, 2021 at 4:29 pm

        Hi Kelly! Yes, you can absolutely make this mulled apple cider in the crock pot / slow cooker instead of on the stovetop. Happy holidays 🙂

        Reply
    2. Jules Shepard

      January 12, 2019 at 1:03 pm

      So I just found this recipe and look at you winning a contest! I can't wait to give it a try...it has to be delicious!!!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        January 12, 2019 at 1:18 pm

        Aw thanks so much, Jules 🙂 It's a family favorite!!

        Reply
        • Corey

          September 08, 2021 at 11:49 am

          Do you have an idea of how many servings one batch makes, roughly??

          Reply
          • Jenna | The Urben Life

            September 08, 2021 at 4:16 pm

            Hi Corey! This makes 7-8 12oz servings. Enjoy 🙂

    3. Life With Lorelai

      November 14, 2017 at 11:17 pm

      Congratulations, Jenna, you are a WINNER!!! We love your Mulled Apple Cider. Stop by the Merry ThanksChristmas Recipe Contest to see which prize you have claimed. Thanks so much for participating. 🙂
      https://lifewithlorelai.com/2017/10/15/merry-thankschristmas-recipe-contest-2017/

      ~Lorelai and the Co-hosts
      Life With Lorelai

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      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        November 15, 2017 at 8:45 am

        WOO!!! Thank you so much 🙂

        Reply
        • Kelly

          December 18, 2021 at 11:19 am

          This sounds amazing! Can this be done in a slow cooker/crackpot instead?

          Reply
    4. Life With Lorelail

      November 10, 2017 at 6:56 pm

      Hi, Jenna,

      Just sending you a quick note you know that your Mulled Apple Cider Recipe is a FINALIST in the Merry ThanksChristmas Recipe Contest! Be sure to check it out. And, good luck in the final voting. Winners will be announced on November 15th.

      ~Lorelai and the Co-hosts

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        November 10, 2017 at 6:59 pm

        Oh my gosh! So exciting, thanks for letting me know!!

        Reply
    5. Dainty Vegan Living

      December 20, 2016 at 2:40 pm

      i love mulled cider!!

      Reply
      • theurbenlife

        December 20, 2016 at 4:52 pm

        Me too!!

        Reply

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