Slow Cooker Mulled Apple Cider

Glass mug filled with apple cider, garnished with an orange slice.

Slow cooker mulled apple cider is the perfect hot beverage for your next holiday gathering. Apple cider is warmed in the slow cooker with orange slices and a variety of spices - guests of all ages will enjoy it.

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 2

Total Time 2 5

Servings servings

Calories 143kcal

Author Heather

Equipment

Ingredients

64 ounces apple cider or unfiltered apple juice
¼ cup brown sugar optional
4 cinnamon sticks
2 whole star anise
2 whole cloves
1 orange sliced

Instructions

Add all ingredients to a 3-quart slow cooker and stir to combine. Set to low and warm for 2 hours.
Discard spices before serving. Ladle cider into mugs and serve warm. Optionally, top each mug with an orange slice.

Notes

Brown sugar is optional to make a less sweet apple cider.
Optionally, place spices in a cheesecloth, tea bag, or coffee filter for easy removal later.
Leftover mulled cider? Remove spices and orange slices, then funnel back into original apple cider container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Mulled cider can be stored and reheated in the microwave in individual mugs, or over medium heat on the stove top until hot. Cider can also be served cold.
Stove top method: Add ingredients to a stock pot on the stove over medium to medium-low heat. Warm your cider for 30 minutes, or until heated through and fragrant.

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