Pioneer Woman Apple Cider Syrup

This Pioneer Woman Apple Cider Syrup Recipe is a cozy and spiced syrup, which includes fresh apple cider and warming spices. It’s a beginner-friendly recipe, ready in about 35 minutes.

Pioneer Woman Apple Cider Syrup Ingredients

• 2 cups apple cider
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Pinch of ground allspice (optional)

How To Make Pioneer Woman Apple Cider Syrup

1. Combine ingredients: In a medium saucepan, add apple cider, sugar, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice.
2. Simmer the mixture: Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
3. Reduce and thicken: Lower heat and simmer gently for 20–30 minutes until the mixture reduces and thickens to a syrup consistency.
4. Cool and store: Remove from heat, let cool completely, then transfer to a sterilized jar.
5. Refrigerate: Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Recipe Tips

• How to make it thicker: Simmer longer until it reduces to your desired thickness.
• Can I use spiced cider? Yes, but reduce the added spices slightly.
• Can I use brown sugar? Yes, it adds a deeper molasses flavor.
• What if I don’t have allspice? You can skip it or use a bit of extra nutmeg or cloves.
• How to serve it warm: Reheat gently in the microwave or a small saucepan.

What To Serve With Apple Cider Syrup

This syrup pairs beautifully with both sweet and savory dishes:

• Pancakes or waffles
• French toast
• Roasted root vegetables
• Pork chops or ham
• Vanilla ice cream or apple pie

How To Store Apple Cider Syrup

Refrigerate: Store in a sterilized jar or airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Freeze: Pour into small freezer-safe containers or ice cube trays and freeze up to 3 months.

Apple Cider Syrup Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 155 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 38.6g
• Protein: 0.2g
• Fat: 0.4g
• Saturated Fat: 0.1g
• Sodium: 10mg
• Potassium: 394mg
• Fiber: 0.3g
• Sugar: 36g
• Calcium: 23mg
• Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and preparation methods used.

FAQs

Can I use apple juice instead of cider?
Yes, but cider has a richer, deeper flavor.

Why isn’t my syrup thickening?
Keep simmering longer until it reduces further.

Can I use this syrup in cocktails?
Absolutely! It adds a spiced twist to bourbon or rum drinks.

Is this syrup good for gifting?
Yes, pour into a decorative jar and label for a cozy homemade gift.

What other spices can I use?
Try ginger or cardamom for a different spice profile.

Try More Recipes:

• Pioneer Woman Strawberry Cake Roll
• Pioneer Woman Mango Tart
• Pioneer Woman Lemon-Blueberry Sheet Cake