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Cozy Instant Pot Pumpkin Apple Cider

Warm Up with Cozy Instant Pot Pumpkin Apple Cider

This Cozy Instant Pot Pumpkin Apple Cider combines pumpkin and apple flavors with spices for a delightful autumn drink.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Natural Release Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cider
  • 3 pieces Honey Crisp Apples Adds a perfect balance of sweetness
  • 3 pieces Granny Smith Apples Provides a tart contrast
  • 1 piece Lemon Offers necessary acidity for depth
  • 1 piece Orange Complements the sweetness of the cider
  • 4 cups Filtered Water Essential base for the cider
  • 2 sticks Cinnamon Sticks Infuses warm spice flavor
  • 1 piece Star Anise (optional) Adds aromatic depth
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances overall flavor
  • to taste tablespoons Maple Syrup Adjust to personal taste
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Provides rich flavor and vibrant color
  • to taste teaspoons Pumpkin Spice Adds warm spice depth

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Begin by washing your apples thoroughly. Slice 3 Honey Crisp and 3 Granny Smith apples into thin rounds.
  2. Cut one lemon and one orange into thin slices to infuse their bright juices into the cider.
  3. Place the sliced fruits into your Instant Pot, along with 4 cups of filtered water.
  4. Add 2 cinnamon sticks and an optional star anise for flavor.
  5. Drizzle in a teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  6. Secure the lid on the Instant Pot and set the pot to high pressure for 15 minutes.
  7. Allow for a natural release for another 10 minutes.
  8. Carefully remove the lid and strain the mixture to separate the liquid from the solids.
  9. In a blender, combine the strained cider with desired maple syrup and 1 cup of pumpkin puree.
  10. Blend until smooth, adjusting sweetness and texture to taste.
  11. Pour the warm cider into mugs and serve immediately, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This cider is perfect for cozy nights in or autumn gatherings, inviting everyone to savor the rich flavors of fall.

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