Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Hot Apple Cider Recipe | Tasting Table
Prep Time:
5 minutes
Cook Time:
4 hours
Servings:
8 to 10 servings
Ingredients
  • 4 allspice berries
  • 1½ teaspoon whole cloves
  • 4 whole star anise
  • 6 to 8 cardamom pods
  • 8 cups organic apple cider
  • One 15-ounce can organic butternut squash puree
  • 10 cinnamon sticks, plus 6 for serving
  • 6 dried orange slices
  • Bourbon for serving
Directions
  1. In a small bowl, combine the allspice, cloves, star anise, and cardamom. Transfer the mixture to a spice or tea ball infuser if you have one — or just a coffee filter and some kitchen twine.
  2. Pour the cider into the slow cooker and add the butternut squash puree.
  3. Whisk or stir until combined, then add the spices. Put the cinnamon and orange slices into the mixture directly.
  4. Set the slow cooker to low for 4 to 8 hours, depending on how long you want to enjoy it. Give it at least 3 hours on low before you serve. If you're preparing this on the stove top, simmer for 30 minutes over low heat.
  5. Ladle out the cider into 8-ounce mugs, and garnish each one with a fresh cinnamon stick. Serve to the nondrinking family members as is, but feel free to add bourbon where required.