- Is it non-alcoholic?
- If you use hard cider, some alcohol evaporates during heating, but not all! For kids, use unfiltered apple juice.
Toasted Almond & Honey Warm Cider
Cider isn't just good cold and bubbly. Served hot and spiced, it's a lighter alternative to mulled wine. Honey rounds out the apple's acidity, while toasted almonds add a 'chewable' element to the drink. A true soul-warmer.
Ingredients
2
cups
Apple Cider (Hard or Soft)
2
tbsp
Honey
1/2
cup
Sliced Almonds
1
stick
Cinnamon Stick
3
whole
Cloves
1
tsp
Vanilla Extract
1/2
cup
Heavy Cream (cold, for whipping)
1
pinch
Salt
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Equipment Needed
- Saucepan
- Whisk (for cream)
Allergen Information
Tree Nuts (Almond)
Milk
Instructions
1
✓
Toast the almonds in a dry skillet until golden brown.
Tip: Heat activates the oils, making the flavor more intense.
2
✓
Heat the cider with spices (cinnamon, cloves, salt) until barely boiling, but do not let it boil vigorously.
Tip: Salt enhances sweet flavors.
3
✓
Remove from heat, stir in honey and vanilla. Let sit for 5 minutes.
Tip: Do not boil honey or vanilla as they will lose their aromas.
4
✓
Strain into glasses, top with whipped cream, and sprinkle with toasted almonds.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 2 cups Apple Cider (Hard or Soft)
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1/2 cup Sliced Almonds
- 1 stick Cinnamon Stick
- 3 whole Cloves
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 cup Heavy Cream (cold, for whipping)
- 1 pinch Salt