Spiced Apple Cider Reduction
Transform your mornings with this delightful Spiced Apple Cider Reduction, a perfect addition to your breakfast table. This sauce combines the natural sweetness of apple cider with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a deliciously inviting flavor profile. Ideal for drizzling over pancakes, waffles, or French toast, this sauce is sure to elevate your breakfast experience. Whip up a batch and share the joy with family and friends!
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Servings
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Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sugar
1 cup (Granulated)
Cornstarch
2 tablespoons (Unprepared)
Cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon (Ground)
Nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon (Ground)
Apple Cider
2 cups (Freshly pressed or store-bought)
Lemon Juice
2 tablespoons (Freshly squeezed)
Oleo or Butter
1/4 cup (Melted)
Instructions
1
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg; whisk until evenly incorporated.
2
In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider and lemon juice; bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
3
Once boiling, slowly add the dry mixture to the saucepan, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
4
Continue boiling and stirring for about 2 minutes, or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
5
Remove the saucepan from heat and gently fold in the butter until fully melted and incorporated.
6
Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy it warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spiced Apple Cider Reduction?
It is a sweet and spiced sauce made by reducing apple cider with sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg, finished with butter.
What are the primary ingredients?
The recipe requires sugar, cornstarch, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, apple cider, lemon juice, and butter or oleo.
How do I serve this sauce?
It is ideal for drizzling over breakfast favorites like pancakes, waffles, or French toast.
What is the first step in the process?
Whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a medium mixing bowl until evenly incorporated.
Can I use store-bought apple cider?
Yes, you can use either freshly pressed or store-bought apple cider.
How do I thicken the cider reduction?
The sauce is thickened by adding a mixture of sugar and cornstarch to boiling apple cider and stirring for about 2 minutes.
When should I add the butter?
The butter should be folded in after the saucepan has been removed from the heat.
Is lemon juice required?
Yes, the recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice to be boiled with the apple cider.
Can I use Oleo instead of butter?
Yes, the recipe specifies that 1/4 cup of either Oleo or butter can be used.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of granulated sugar.
How much apple cider is needed?
You will need 2 cups of apple cider.
What spices give this sauce its flavor?
Ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg provide the warm spice profile.
How do I prevent lumps in the sauce?
Slowly add the dry mixture to the boiling liquid while stirring continuously to ensure a smooth consistency.
Should the sauce be served hot?
You can enjoy the sauce warm or allow it to cool slightly to room temperature before serving.
Is this recipe suitable for dessert?
Yes, it is tagged as a dessert sauce and works well over ice cream or other treats.
How long does it take to boil?
Once the dry ingredients are added, boil and stir for approximately 2 minutes to reach the desired thickness.
What size saucepan is recommended?
A medium saucepan is recommended for boiling the apple cider and lemon juice.
How much cornstarch is used?
The recipe requires 2 tablespoons of unprepared cornstarch.
What type of sugar should I use?
Granulated sugar is recommended for this reduction.
Can I use freshly squeezed lemon juice?
Yes, freshly squeezed lemon juice is ideal for this recipe.
Is this a fall-themed recipe?
Yes, with tags like 'fall flavors' and 'apple cider', it is perfect for autumn.
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, the sauce can be allowed to cool and served at room temperature later.
How many ingredients are in the recipe?
There are 7 ingredients: sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, apple cider, lemon juice, and butter.
Does the recipe contain salt?
No, there is no added salt in this specific recipe.
What kind of nutmeg should I use?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
How much cinnamon is needed?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
Is this recipe easy to scale?
Yes, you can easily double the ingredients to make a larger batch for family and friends.
What tools do I need?
You will need a medium mixing bowl, a whisk, a medium saucepan, and a spoon for folding in butter.
Is this sauce gluten-free?
Since it uses cornstarch as a thickener, it is naturally gluten-free if the ingredients are certified.
Can I use this on French toast?
Absolutely, it is specifically recommended as an elevated topping for French toast.