Vanilla Apple Cider Mocktail: 5 Cozy Recipes to Try
Cozy Vanilla Apple Cider Mocktail – A Fall-Inspired Twist on a Classic Bourbon Cocktail
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup apple cider (unfiltered preferred)
- 1 tablespoon apple butter
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar or maple syrup
- ½ tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
- Ice cubes (for chilled version)
- Cinnamon stick or apple slice (for garnish)
- Optional Add-Ins: Splash of sparkling water, orange zest, star anise, or nutmeg
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine apple cider, apple butter, vanilla, cinnamon, and brown sugar. Stir well until the sugar dissolves.
- Warm over medium-low heat for 5–7 minutes until steamy and fragrant. Do not boil.
- Stir in lemon juice for a touch of brightness before serving.
- For a warm drink, pour into mugs and garnish with a cinnamon stick. For a chilled version, strain and serve over ice with sparkling water.
- Sip and savor the cozy, spiced aroma of fall in every glass.
Notes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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