Ingredients
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- 6 fresh apples (a mix of Granny Smith and Fuji)
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 5 whole cloves
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- Peel of 1 orange
- 8 cups of water
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter for easy access.
- Core and quarter the apples, leaving the skin on for added flavor.
- In a large pot, combine apple slices, 8 cups of water, cinnamon sticks, cloves, brown sugar, and orange peel. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Simmer for about 30 minutes until aromatic, stirring occasionally.
- Strain the mixture using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to separate solids from liquid.
- Serve hot in mugs; consider topping with whipped cream or adding a splash of rum for an adult twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg