Jul 14 2026
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Hot Apple Juice Recipe

Inspired by Sunflower Drive-In
Time30m
Serves4

Make Hot Apple Juice Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Hot Apple Juice Ingredients

Method

Hot Apple Juice Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Gather all the ingredients listed and have them ready for the recipe.

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large pot, pour in the 4 cups of apple juice.

  3. 3

    Add Spices

    Add the 2 cinnamon sticks, 6 whole cloves, 1 piece of star anise, and the 1 piece of orange peel to the pot.

  4. 4

    Sweeten the Juice

    Stir in 2 tablespoons of brown sugar and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice into the mixture.

  5. 5

    Add Nutmeg

    Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of ground nutmeg for extra flavor.

  6. 6

    Heat the Mixture

    Place the pot on the stove over medium heat and allow the mixture to heat slowly. Stir occasionally.

  7. 7

    Simmer

    Once it starts to steam, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

  8. 8

    Strain and Serve

    After simmering, remove the pot from heat. Strain the juice through a fine mesh strainer to remove the spices. Serve warm.

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