Santa's Cider

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Santa's Cider
5 min.
9
106kcal

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As the chilly winter air settles in and the festive season approaches, there's nothing quite like a steaming cup of holiday cheer to warm you from the inside out. Enter "Santa's Cider," a delightful beverage that not only embodies the spirit of the season but is also a perfect choice for everyone at your gathering, whether they have dietary restrictions or not. This delicious concoction is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it an inclusive choice for all your guests!

In just five minutes, you can whip up this fragrant, spiced cider that combines the sweetness of apple juice with the zesty brightness of orange and the rich tartness of pomegranate juice. The addition of cloves embedded in fresh orange slices gives it a festive touch, ensuring every sip is filled with warm spices that evoke images of snowy nights and twinkling lights. Served warm, especially with a cinnamon stick for stirring, it's an inviting drink that promises to bring laughter and joy to your holiday gatherings.

Whether you’re hosting a holiday party, entertaining family, or simply enjoying a cozy night in, Santa’s Cider is the perfect beverage to elevate any occasion. With only 106 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while delighting in the flavors of the season. So gather your loved ones, pour a cup, and let the festivities begin!

Ingredients

  • 46 oz apple juice 
  •  cranberry-orange relish cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
  • cup orange juice 
  • 12 oz pomegranate juice 

Equipment

  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Insert 4 cloves into white pith of each orange slice.
  2. Stir together orange slices and juices in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat; cook 10 minutes or until thoroughly heated. (Do not boil.)
  3. Serve with cinnamon sticks, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories106kcal
Protein1.95%
Fat3.06%
Carbs94.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.03
Glycemic Load
8.6
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.7930434190709%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.94mg
Delphinidin
0.31mg
Pelargonidin
0.03mg
Catechin
1.81mg
Epicatechin
6.82mg
Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
7.26mg
Naringenin
2.82mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
1.39mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:106.31kcal
5.32%
Fat:0.37g
0.57%
Saturated Fat:0.07g
0.44%
Carbohydrates:25.91g
8.64%
Net Carbohydrates:25.18g
9.16%
Sugar:22.38g
24.86%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:9.47mg
0.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.53g
1.06%
Vitamin C:22.86mg
27.71%
Potassium:308.69mg
8.82%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.53%
Folate:21.71µg
5.43%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.9%
Vitamin K:3.96µg
3.77%
Magnesium:14.38mg
3.59%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.05%
Fiber:0.73g
2.93%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.67%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.61%
Calcium:24.6mg
2.46%
Copper:0.04mg
2.2%
Phosphorus:21.02mg
2.1%
Vitamin A:89.31IU
1.79%
Vitamin B3:0.35mg
1.73%
Iron:0.28mg
1.56%
Vitamin E:0.2mg
1.3%
Source:My Recipes