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Spiced Apple Cider
Warm apple cider infused with cinnamon, star anise, and cloves — no cooking required. Stir, heat in the microwave, and serve.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 156

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Ingredients
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Step 1
Pour apple cider into a microwave-safe mug or bowl.
Step 2
Add cinnamon sticks, star anise, and cloves to the cider.
Step 3
Microwave on high for 2 minutes until steaming but not boiling.
Step 4
Stir in honey or maple syrup until dissolved.
Step 5
Let spices steep for 1 minute, then pour into serving glasses.
Step 6
Serve warm. Strain spices if desired or leave them in for flavor.
Tools you’ll need
- microwave-safe mug or bowl
- spoon
- drinking glasses
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