Lamb's Wool for Kids Drink

Warm and inviting, this kid-friendly "Lamb's Wool" drink is a delightful twist on traditional mulled cider, blending the cozy flavors of apple, cinnamon, and nutmeg with a touch of honeyed sweetness. Made with creamy pureed apples sautéed in butter, this comforting beverage gets its signature velvety texture and natural sweetness from the fresh fruit. Perfect for chilly days or festive family gatherings, this drink comes together in just 30 minutes and is designed to please even the pickiest eaters. Serve in mugs with a sprinkle of cinnamon for a magical sense of warmth and nostalgia children will adore. Healthy, wholesome, and irresistibly cozy, this spiced apple drink is the ultimate fall or winter treat for kids.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Apple cider
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 medium Apples
• 1 tablespoon Butter

Directions

Step 1

Peel and core the apples, then cut them into chunks.

Step 2

In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, then add the apple chunks and sauté until softened, about 5–7 minutes.

Step 3

Transfer the softened apple chunks to a blender and puree until smooth. You can add a splash of water or apple cider if needed to help the blending process.

Step 4

In a large saucepan, combine the apple cider, honey, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Stir well.

Step 5

Heat the cider mixture over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until warm but not boiling, about 10 minutes.

Step 6

Stir the apple puree into the warm cider mixture until fully combined. Allow the mixture to heat for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Ladle the Lamb’s Wool drink into mugs, and serve warm. Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon on top for extra warmth and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1420.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	903.0

Total Fat 13.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 32.9mg	0%
Sodium 120.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 199.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 168.6g
Protein 2.5g	0%

Vitamin D 2.2IU	0%
Calcium 135.0mg	0%
Iron 2.1mg	0%
Potassium 1441.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 13.4%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 85.5%