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Slow Cooker Pumpkin Apple Cider

Slow Cooker Pumpkin Apple Cider

  • Author: Michael
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes to 6 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Slow Cooker Pumpkin Apple Cider is a comforting, flavorful, and easy-to-make warm drink combining fresh pumpkin puree, apples, natural spices, and a plant-based natural gelling agent. Perfect for cozy autumn days, this cider offers a smooth texture with a balanced sweetness and inviting aroma ideal for fall gatherings or quiet evenings at home.

Ingredients

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Primary Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh pumpkin puree
  • 4 fresh apples, peeled, cored, and sliced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar (natural)
  • 3 cinnamon sticks
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon cloves
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup (natural)
  • 6 cups filtered water

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Peel, core, and slice the apples into bite-sized pieces to ensure even softening. Measure out the fresh pumpkin puree, spices, maple syrup, and apple cider vinegar so all ingredients are ready for the slow cooker.
  2. Combine Ingredients in the Slow Cooker: Pour filtered water into the slow cooker, then add pumpkin puree, sliced apples, cinnamon sticks, ground nutmeg, cloves, maple syrup, and apple cider vinegar. Sprinkle the natural gelling agent evenly last to ensure proper distribution.
  3. Cook Low and Slow: Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook the mixture for 4 to 6 hours, stirring occasionally if possible. This allows the flavors to meld deeply and aromas to develop fully.
  4. Blend and Strain: After cooking, remove the cinnamon sticks and use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until smooth. For a clear cider, strain gently through a fine mesh sieve to remove any pulp and solids.
  5. Serve Warm or Store for Later: Pour the cider into mugs or a serving pot to enjoy immediately, or let it cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Use fresh pumpkin and apples for richer flavor and natural sweetness.
  • Long cooking time extracts deep flavor and comforting aroma.
  • Adjust sweetness with additional maple syrup (natural) just before serving.
  • Start with a small amount of natural gelling agent and adjust for preferred consistency.
  • Using whole spices in a spice bag makes removal easier and controls spice intensity.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours
  • Category: Beverages
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 15mg
  • Fat: 0.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: pumpkin cider, slow cooker drinks, fall beverage, apple cider, autumn recipe, warm drink, plant-based cider

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