Apple Cider Recipes

Apple Cider Recipes

I hope this roundup gives you a few new ideas to enjoy all that apple cider goodness. Whether you're baking, sipping or simmering something cozy, these recipes are a great way to soak up the season. Make them now, save a few for later and enjoy every last drop of fall while it lasts.

Apple Cider Drinks and Cocktails

From a bubbly apple cider mimosa to a spiced apple cider old fashioned, these drinks are the perfect addition to your fall gatherings. These drinks highlight the best of what cider tastes like on chilly nights.

Apple Cider Simple Syrup

This Apple Cider Simple Syrup adds a sweet, spiced twist to your favorite fall drinks. Quick to make on the stovetop, it’s perfect for cocktails, mocktails or drizzling over desserts when you want a touch of apple cider flavor.

Get the recipe for our Apple Cider Simple Syrup.

Crockpot Apple Cider (spiked or not)

This Crockpot Apple Cider is warm, spiced and perfect for fall gatherings. Let it simmer low and slow with cinnamon, cloves and your choice to spike it or keep it family-friendly. It’s cozy, fragrant and so easy to make.

Get our Spiked Apple Cider Crockpot Recipe.

Apple Cider Old Fashioned

This Apple Cider Old Fashioned puts a fall spin on the classic cocktail. Made with bourbon, apple cider and bitters, it’s bold, slightly sweet and perfect for sipping on a crisp evening.

Get the full recipe for our Apple Cider Old Fashioned.

Apple Cider Sangria

Apple Cider Sangria combines white wine, apple cider and fresh seasonal fruit for a light and festive fall cocktail. Serve it in a big pitcher at your next gathering for an easy drink that’s full of autumn flavor.

Get this Apple Cider Sangria recipe.

Apple Pie Shot

This Apple Pie Shot delivers all the flavors of fall in one bold sip. With apple cider, cinnamon whiskey and vanilla vodka, it tastes just like a slice of spiked apple pie.

Get our Apple Pie Shot recipe.

Apple Cider Mimosa

This Apple Cider Mimosa is a crisp, bubbly twist on the brunch classic. Made with sparkling wine and apple cider, it’s perfect for fall mornings, weekend brunch or holiday toasts.

Get the recipe for our Apple Cider Mimosa.

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Apple Cider Desserts

Warm, cozy and packed with apple cider taste, these desserts are fall baking at its best. From apple cider doughnuts to bundt cakes and cinnamon roll-inspired bakes, each one is full of warm spices and nostalgic flavor.

Apple Cider Caramel from Well Fed Baker

This dairy-free Apple Cider Caramel has all the rich flavor of the classic version with just four simple ingredients. Perfect for drizzling over baked apples, apple crisp or even your next batch of French toast.

Get the recipe for Apple Cider Caramel from Well Fed Baker here.

Apple Cider Floats from Kitchen Divas

These Apple Cider Floats were the surprise hit of the season. Sweet, fizzy, and topped with creamy vanilla ice cream, they’re a fun twist on a classic fall tradition.

Get Kitchen Diva's recipe for Apple Cider Floats.

Apple Cider Cake from Kitchen Divas

If you’re a fan of apple cider donuts, this Apple Cider Cake is a must-try. Made with apple cider, applesauce and warm spices, it’s soft and fluffy on the inside with a crisp cinnamon sugar topping. The flavor is cozy, the texture is just right, and it’s everything you want in a fall bake.

Get Kitchen Diva's recipe for this Apple Cider Cake.

Baked Gluten Free Apple Cider Doughnuts from Strength and Sunshine

These Baked Gluten-Free Apple Cider Doughnuts are the perfect fall treat; soft, spiced and coated in cinnamon sugar. They’re made without oil or refined sugar and they’re both vegan and allergy-friendly. A cozy, better-for-you option for breakfast, snack time or dessert.

Enjoy this recipe for Baked Apple Cider Doughnuts from Strength and Sunshine.

Apple Cider Cinnamon Rolls from A Pinch of Zest

These Apple Cider Cinnamon Rolls are a cozy fall mash-up of two classics. Filled with cinnamon sugar, brown butter and cider-simmered apples, they’re soft, gooey and topped with a vanilla glaze.

Enjoy the recipe for Apple Cider Cinnamon Rolls from A Pinch of Zest.

Sourdough Apple Cider Donuts from Sourdough Brandon

Sourdough Apple Cider Donuts are a fun twist on a fall classic. Fried until golden and coated in cinnamon sugar, they’re crispy on the outside, soft inside and full of tangy sourdough flavor paired with sweet apple cider spice.

Get the recipe for Sourdough Apple Cider Donuts from Sourdough Brandon.

Apple Cider Donut Cake from Chenée Today

This Apple Cider Donut Cake is everything you love about the classic fall donut, in bundt cake form. Soft, spiced and full of apple cider flavor, it’s an easy fall dessert that’s always a hit.

Get this Apple Cider Donut Cake recipe from Chenée Today.

Apple Cider Mains

Apple cider adds rich, fall flavor to savory dishes too. These mains include cozy favorites like pulled pork, cider chicken, and beef stew. They are easy, comforting meals that make the most of simple ingredients and seasonal flavor.

Apple Cider Glazed Chicken from Kitchen Divas

This Apple Cider Glazed Chicken is sweet, savory and coated in a glossy cider glaze that caramelizes beautifully as it cooks. With warm spices and bold flavor, it’s a cozy fall dinner that’s easy enough for weeknights and tasty enough to make again and again.

Get Kitchen Diva's recipe for Apple Cider Glazed Chicken here.

Skillet Apple Cider Tofu from The Quiet Kitchen

This Skillet Apple Cider Tofu is a cozy, one-pan fall dinner that’s full of flavor and ready in 30 minutes. Sweet apple cider, fresh herbs, and tender tofu come together with just a few simple ingredients for a savory-sweet vegan meal you’ll want to keep on repeat all season.

Here is The Quiet Kitchen's recipe for this Skillet Apple Cider Tofu recipe.

Crockpot Apple Cider Beef Stew from Simply Happy Foodie

This Crockpot Apple Cider Beef Stew is everything you want on a chilly fall evening. Tender beef, hearty vegetables and a touch of apple cider simmer together into a rich, cozy stew that’s full of comforting flavor. An easy slow cooker dinner perfect for the season.

Get this Crockpot Apple Cider Beef Stew from Simply Happy Foodie.

Slow Cooker Apple Cider Pulled Pork from The Forked Spoon

This Slow Cooker Apple Cider Pulled Pork is a fall favorite the whole family will love. Cooked low and slow with apple cider, spices and onions, the pork turns out tender, juicy and perfect for piling onto sandwiches, tacos or salads.

Slow Cooker Apple Cider Pulled Pork from The Forked Spoon.

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