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Keto Spiced Apple Cider Recipe (No Apples!)

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Warm up with this delicious Keto Spiced “Apple” Cider! Perfect for those on a keto diet, this cozy drink mimics the comforting flavors of apple cider without the carbs. Spiced with cinnamon, cloves, and ginger, and sweetened with keto-friendly options, it’s an autumn favorite with zero apples and zero guilt!

 

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups water
  • 1–2 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/2 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp ground ginger or 1 small piece of fresh ginger, sliced
  • 1–2 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1–2 rooibos or hibiscus tea bags
  • 1/2 lemon or orange peel (just the peel)
  • 1–2 tsp liquid keto sweetener (like monk fruit, erythritol, or stevia)
  • Optional: 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to medium heat. Add cinnamon sticks, allspice, cloves, nutmeg, and ginger. Whisk to combine.
  2. Once heated, add the rooibos or hibiscus tea bags and lemon or orange peel. Let steep for 5–10 minutes to infuse flavor.
  3. Add apple cider vinegar and keto-friendly sweetener, adjusting to taste.
  4. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat, strain into a mug, and discard the solids.
  6. Stir in vanilla extract if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Adjust the spices based on your taste. Add more cinnamon or ginger for a spicier drink.
  • Experiment with different tea bases like chamomile for a unique twist.
  • This cider keeps well in the fridge—just reheat as needed!

Please note: The recipe or ingredients shown in the video might vary slightly from what’s listed here. Use the video as an illustration, but for the best results, you might want to stick to the recipe provided in this article.

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Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/keto-spiced-apple-cider-without-the-apple/