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Apple Cider Pops
Servings32
servingsPrep time5
minutesCalories15
kcalTotal time12
hoursThese Apple Cider Pops offer a creative and delicious way to use surplus apples from your orchard visit, transforming them into refreshing, fall-flavored frozen treats. Utilizing a high-performance blender, this recipe creates a smooth apple puree infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. The popsicles boast a perfect consistency, holding their shape while remaining easy to bite. With options to customize for both kids and adults, including the addition of sweetener or alcohol, these pops are versatile for various occasions. Not only do they provide a healthier alternative to store-bought frozen treats, but they also capture the essence of autumn in a convenient, long-lasting form. Ideal for reducing food waste and extending the enjoyment of orchard-fresh apples, these Apple Cider Pops are a must-try seasonal dessert.
Ingredients
1.5 cups (360 ml) water
6 whole apples with skin (about 900 g), cored
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Optional for kids:
1/8 cup (25 g) sweetener (maple syrup, agave, etc)
- Optional for adults:
1/2 oz (15 ml) alcohol per popsicle (bourbon or caramel vodka)
Directions
- Add water, cored apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg to a high-performance blender.
- Blend on high speed for 5 minutes or use the ‘Soup’ setting if available.
- Taste and add sweetener if desired, blending briefly to incorporate.
- If adding alcohol, stir in 1/2 oz per popsicle.
- Pour mixture into popsicle molds or ice cube trays.
- Freeze overnight or until solid (at least 12 hours).
Notes
- Leave apple skins on for added fiber and nutrients.
- Leftover mixture can be enjoyed as a beverage.
