Hot Buttered Cider Mix

Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Recipe by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Jun. 27, 2023

Put the butter base for this beverage in a decorative jar and attach a copy of the recipe for a great gift from your kitchen. You can omit the brandy for a kid-friendly version. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Hot Buttered Cider Mix

Yield:64 servings (2 cups buttered cider mix)
Prep:5 min
Cook:5 min

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • each serving:
    • 3/4 cup hot apple cider or juice
    • 1 ounce apple brandy, optional
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Directions

  1. Beat butter and brown sugar until blended; beat in honey and spices. Transfer to an airtight container. Store in refrigerator up to 2 weeks.<br><b>To prepare hot cider:</b> Place 1-1/2 teaspoons buttered cider mix in a mug. Stir in hot cider and, if desired, brandy.