This apple cider mix uses 4 ingredients and is a great way to quickly prepare warm apple cider on a whim. There is no need to cook apples and spices for several hours, mash, strain and all of that.
5-minute recipe
If you were looking for a simpler way to enjoy a warm cup of apple cider, this is it: your very own apple cider powder, which takes 5 minutes to make.
It's similar to having prepared hot cocoa mix to make hot chocolate on a whim.
When you crave this cozy drink, just scoop a tablespoon of the mix into a cup, add hot water and stir. And that's it—in minutes, you'll be sipping a comforting glass of apple cider that's exactly the way you want it.
- Quality ingredients: you know exactly what goes into it.
- Customizable: adjust the ingredients to suit your preferences, using more or less spices or sugar. You're in control.
- Homemade gifts: package your mix in a nice jar with the apple cider recipe attached and give it as a thoughtful gift during the holidays or special occasions.
Ingredient list
- Apple powder: this is the key to this mix. You can buy apple fruit powder online.
- Light brown sugar.
- White sugar.
- Apple pie spice mix. Or use store-bought or just ground cinnamon.
Quantities are listed on the recipe card towards the end of this post. The Ingredients page has more details and lists the brands we use.
Variations & substitutions
- Sugar: use organic, muscovado or coconut sugar instead of white.
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of chili powder or cayenne pepper.
- Orange: grate some orange zest into the mix for a hint of citrus.
1-step apple cider mix
Simply stir the dry ingredients together in a large bowl. And that's it!
You have your homemade mix to prepare a warm drink on chilly days or to make with ice and cold ingredients in the summer.
Storage
When stored properly, this apple mix can last for a few months.
- Mason jars: they're the best airtight container to keep powder mixtures.
- Cool, dry place: the pantry or a cupboard are the best options.
- Before using, check for any signs of spoilage, such as off odors or changes in texture.
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Homemade Apple Cider Mix
Ingredients
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup white sugar
- ½ cup apple powder, like powdered whole apples
- 2 tablespoons apple pie spice mix, store-bought or homemade apple pie spice
Instructions
- Stir 1 cup light brown sugar, ½ cup white sugar, ½ cup apple powder and 2 tablespoons apple pie spice mix until well combined and integrated and the mixture's color is even. If it’s lumpy, pass it through a medium sieve or dissolve the lumps with the back of a spoon.
- Transfer the apple cider mix to an airtight container or mason jar. Glass is preferred.
- Store in a cool, dry place (like the pantry or a cupboard) for up to 2 months.
- To prepare apple cider, put a tablespoon of the mix in a mug or cup and fill it with hot water. Stir, taste and adjust for more powder if necessary.
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