Description
This warm pumpkin apple cider blends apple cider with creamy pumpkin and cozy spices into a delicious fall drink that’s perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
- 4 cups apple cider
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice mix
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- Apple slices or extra spices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine apple cider, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin spice mix, and cinnamon sticks. Stir gently to blend.
- Place over medium heat and warm slowly, stirring occasionally, until the pumpkin fully dissolves and the mixture is fragrant (about 10 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Optional: strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove pulp or the cinnamon sticks for a smoother texture.
- Serve warm in mugs. Top with whipped cream, apple slices, or a sprinkle of extra spice if desired.
Notes
- If the cider is already very sweet, you can omit the maple syrup.
- Use fresh-pressed apple juice in place of cider for a lighter variation.
- Make your own pumpkin spice mix using equal parts cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice if needed.
- Use coconut whipped cream for a dairy-free option.
- Blend with an immersion blender before serving for an ultra-smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage (Warm)
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American / Fall
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
