Why you'll love this recipe
Want the warm, comforting flavor of your favorite autumnal drink without the alcohol? Then this is the recipe for you. Packed with lots of vitamin C (lemons and oranges), natural sweeteners, and warming ginger, it’s got everything you need to feel cosy and healthy this autumn.
Ingredients
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7 medium apples, cored and quartered
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(Ok to leave skin on. Mix Granny Smith, Honey Crisp & Gala apples for best flavor)
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1 orange, peeled and cut into segments
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1 lemon, peeled and cut into segments
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½ cup fresh cranberries
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2 cinnamon sticks
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½ tsp. whole cloves
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1 whole star anise (optional)
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1 inch chunk of fresh ginger, sliced (optional)
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¼ - ½ cup sweetener of choice (coconut sugar, maple syrup, honey etc.)
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Enough water to cover the fruit
Directions
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Place apples, the orange, lemon, and cranberries into the pressure cooker. Add cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise (if using), ginger (if using), and sweetener. Pour in enough water to cover all.
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Secure the lid and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes. Allow it to naturally release. (If you're in a rush, you can do a quick release after 10 minutes.)
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Mash the fruit with a potato masher to release the juices. Taste the juice and add more sweetener as necessary.
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Carefully strain the solids from the liquids using a fine mesh sieve. Discard solids and store cider in an airtight container for up to 1 week or freeze for later use.
Makes approximately 5 servings.
