This is a Christmas favorite at my house, perfect for everything from big holiday parties to a quiet winter night at home. Sometimes I put a batch of it on to simmer just because its delicious fragrance of warm spice and apple fills the house and makes me happy.
Recipe information
Yield
makes 8 cups; about 6 servings
Ingredients
1
/2 gallon apple cider
2
3-inch cinnamon sticks, plus more for serving
6
whole cloves
6
whole allspice
1
teaspoon grated nutmeg
Cinnamon sticks, for garnish
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Preparation
Step 1
In a Crock-Pot place the apple cider, cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice, and nutmeg. Heat over low heat until hot, about 30 minutes.
Step 2
Serve hot in mugs; place a cinnamon stick in each mug as garnish.