WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN APPLE JUICE AND APPLE CIDER?
There are two main differences between apple cider and apple juice. The cider is less filtered and is not pasteurized. So it’s thicker but won’t last as long as juice. The juice is clear and all the pulp has been removed. It’s been pasteurized and so it’s more shelf-stable. Well, my version is sort of in the middle. It has enough apple solids in it to be considered a cider. But it’s been pressure-cooked in the Instant Pot and therefore is somewhat pasteurized. Do you know what it really is though? Delicious. I used Truvia to keep the sugar content down. I’m not providing nutritional information for this because I don’t know how to estimate the carbs in the pulp that got thrown away. So you’re going to make your own judgments as to whether or not you want to consume this if you’re on a low carb diet. This Mulled Cider recipe makes a great low carb dish for the holidays! If you’re looking for more great low carb holiday dishes, check out my 42 Keto Holiday Recipes post!
INGREDIENTS YOU’LL NEED
Granny Smith Apples- These will need to be cored and cut into piecesGround Cloves- The fragrance of the cloves is wonderfully aeromatic and helps give the feeling of fall.Truvia- Feel free to use any sweetener of your choiceGround Cinnamon- the flavor of the cinnamon pairs well with the applesGround Nutmeg- Isn’t only great in baked goods, it’s also crucial to the success of your cider recipe.
HOW DO YOU MAKE INSTANT POT MULLED APPLE CIDER?
Mulling is simply the process of infusing a liquid with various spices. In this Instant Pot Apple Cider, I used cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
EQUIPMENT YOU MAY NEED TO MAKE THIS HOT APPLE CIDER
Instant Pot Mini Duo, or Instant pot 6 quarts, or Instant Pot 8 QuartsMeasuring CupsMy favorite Cutting BoardGood set of Kitchen Knives48-oz mixing bowlWire StrainerCalphalon soup ladle
VARIATIONS AND TIPS
HOW LONG DOES HOMEMADE APPLE CIDER LAST?
For best results, Apple Cider made in the Instant Pot should be consumed within 5 days. After that period of time, the risk of fermentation rises.
LOOKING FOR OTHER SEASONAL DISHES?
My Low Carb Pumpkin Pie Pudding is a quick and simple holiday dessert that is a crowd favorite.Looking for a new take on classic pumpkin desserts? Try my Pumpkin Cheesecake Mousse.An easy dump and go recipe with load of flavor-that’s what you’ll find in my Butternut Squash Soup with Ginger.And if you’re looking for more great apple recipes, check out my Air Fryer German Apple Pancakes!
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