Emergency Hot Buttered Cider
Cozy up in minutes with this quick and comforting Emergency Hot Buttered Cider, a delightful warm drink perfect for chilly days or last-minute indulgences. This easy recipe transforms simple ingredients like apple cider, a touch of butter, and cozy spices—cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves—into a velvety, aromatic treat that’s ready in just seven minutes. Brown sugar and vanilla add a hint of sweetness, while optional whipped cream and a cinnamon stick garnish elevate every sip with a festive flair. Designed to serve two, it’s the ultimate hug-in-a-mug for busy nights, holiday gatherings, or when you simply need a touch of warmth. A must-try for fans of spiced fall beverages and quick comfort recipes.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups apple cider
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.125 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch ground cloves
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0 as desired whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
- 0 as desired cinnamon stick (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a small saucepan, combine the apple cider, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and sea salt.
Step 2
Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cider is steaming but not boiling (about 3-4 minutes).
Step 3
Add the unsalted butter to the saucepan and whisk until fully melted and incorporated.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 5
Taste and adjust sweetness or spices as desired.
Step 6
Pour the hot buttered cider into two mugs.
Step 7
Top each mug with whipped cream and garnish with a cinnamon stick if desired.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy the warmth!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (534.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 411.7 |
| Total Fat 18.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 46mg | 0% |
| Sodium 199.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 64.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 51.9g | |
| Protein 1.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 101.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 555.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories