Cinnamon Pear Cider (Print Version)
A warming spiced pear beverage infused with cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Ready in under 40 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruits
01 - 4 ripe pears, cored and sliced
02 - 1 medium apple, cored and sliced
→ Liquids
03 - 4 cups apple cider, unfiltered preferred
04 - 1/2 cup water
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
→ Spices & Sweeteners
06 - 2 cinnamon sticks
07 - 4 whole cloves
08 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
10 - 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - In a large saucepan, combine pears, apple (if using), apple cider, water, and lemon juice.
02 - Add cinnamon sticks, cloves, nutmeg, and ginger. Stir to combine.
03 - Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
04 - Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20–25 minutes, until the fruit is very tender and the flavors are well blended.
05 - Remove from heat. Using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth, strain the cider into a heatproof pitcher or bowl, pressing on the fruit to extract as much liquid as possible.
06 - Stir in honey or maple syrup to taste while the cider is still hot.
07 - Serve warm, garnished with a cinnamon stick or pear slice if desired.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It turns any ordinary evening into something that feels like a hug in a mug
- The combination of pears and cinnamon creates this aromatic warmth that store-bought versions just can't replicate
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- Pressing the fruit through the strainer is where half the flavor lives, so don't skip this step or rush it
- The cider keeps getting better as it sits, so making it a day ahead actually works in your favor
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- If your pears are very sweet, reduce the honey or skip it entirely
- A pinch of salt right before serving helps all the flavors pop