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Apple cider in a glass in front of the Instant Pot

Instant Pot Apple Cider

This Instant Pot Apple Cider is a homemade treat for fall made in the Instant Pot with fresh apples, orange, lemon, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Note: Made in a 6-qt Instant Pot

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Pressurize Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Beverages
Cuisine American
Servings 10 Servings
Calories 88 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 

  • 6 apples cored and cut in half (2 1/2 to 3 lbs)
  • 1 orange peeled and quartered
  • 2 slices lemon
  • 2 sticks cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon (0.5 g) nutmeg
  • 6 cups (1.42 l) water
  • 1/4 cup (55 g) brown sugar
  • 2 pieces star anise optional

Instructions
 

  • Wash and cut the fruit. Pour the fruit into the Instant Pot inner pot.
  • Add the cinnamon sticks, nutmeg and star anise (if adding). Pour in water and brown sugar. Stir to combine.
  • Lock the lid and set the vent to sealing.
  • Press the pressure cook button and set the time to 15 minutes on high pressure. After time is up, allow a natural release for 20 minutes.
  • Open the pot and smash the fruit with a masher.
  • Strain the liquid through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth.
  • Serve the cider hot or cold.

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Notes

  • Granny Smith and another sweeter apple, like Honeycrisp, make a great combination for this cider.
  • To store, refrigerate in a covered container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
  • If you only have ground cinnamon and nutmeg, it's fine to use because you strain the liquid at the end, which will remove the particles.

Nutrition

Calories: 88kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 156mgFiber: 3gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 92IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Apple
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