Pumpkin Apple Cider
Pumpkin Apple Cider is a warm, comforting fall drink made with apple cider, real pumpkin puree, and cozy spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. It's the perfect homemade beverage for crisp autumn days, holiday gatherings, or relaxing by the fire.
Ingredients
Cinnamon Whipped Cream
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Pumpkin Apple Cider
- 3 cups apple cider
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch of ground cloves
Additional Garnish
- Fresh apple slices
- Cinnamon sticks
Optional (Adult Version)Juice
- Bourbon
- Brandy
- Apple liqueur
Instructions
- Step 1
- Pour the apple cider into a medium saucepan. Whisk in the pumpkin puree until smooth.Juice
- Step 2
- Add cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. Heat over medium heat while whisking frequently.
- Step 3
- Bring to a gentle simmer, but do not boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 8–10 minutes until fully combined and fragrant.
- Step 4
- Meanwhile, combine the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks begin to form.Alcoholic Beverages
- Step 5
- Gradually add the cinnamon sugar while continuing to whip until medium peaks form. Pour the hot pumpkin apple cider into mugs. Top with cinnamon whipped cream.
- Step 6
- Garnish with apple slices and cinnamon sticks before serving.
Notes
- Pumpkin naturally settles while sitting, so stir before serving.
- If the cider seems too thick, add a splash of extra apple cider.
- Add maple syrup if you’d like a sweeter drink.
- A tiny pinch of sea salt enhances the flavors.
- Fresh cinnamon sticks add aroma while serving.
- Homemade whipped cream tastes much better than canned topping.