Cinnamon Pear Cider (Printable version)
A warming blend of ripe pears and aromatic cinnamon, creating a fragrant cider perfect for chilly evenings.
# Ingredient list:
→ 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
# Directions:
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 Tips:
01 -
- The way your whole house smells while this simps is better than any candle I have ever bought
- It turns a regular Tuesday into something that feels like a tiny celebration
02 -
- Do not rush the simmering step because those spices need time to properly infuse into the fruit
- Pressing on the fruit while straining makes a huge difference in how much pear flavor ends up in your final cup
03 -
- Use a cheesecloth for straining if you want absolutely clear cider without any pulp
- Toast the cinnamon sticks in a dry pan for 30 seconds before adding them for deeper flavor