During the fall months, we love to drink hot apple cider! One of our family’s favorite Thanksgiving and Christmas traditions is the big pot of steaming cider that simmers on the stove or in the crockpot all day, filling our house with a wonderful scent and providing a sweet beverage for everyone that comes over to celebrate the holiday. I like trying new variations on the traditional apple cider and this butterscotch cider recipe was the latest experiment. It has a sweet, slightly smoky flavor and is a fun twist on regular apple cider.
To make butterscotch cider, you’ll need a regular-sized bottle of apple cider and a bag of butterscotch candies. Choose apple cider over apple juice because it’s much stronger but don’t buy spiced apple cider. Plain apple cider found in the juice aisle of any grocery store is perfect.
In a large pot, heat the apple cider over medium heat and add 25 unwrapped butterscotch candies.
Stir the cider regularly to mix the butterscotch flavors as the candies begin to melt. Don’t boil the cider, just let it warm until the candy has melted completely and is fully mixed into the cider.
Pour the butterscotch cider into mugs and enjoy! You can garnish with a skewer of caramels or a slice of apple or just enjoy it plain.
It’s a wonderful way to warm up on a chilly fall or winter day! Leave the cider warming on the stovetop or transfer it into a crockpot to keep it warm. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge {you can let it cool and pour it right back into the cider container from the store for easy, recycled storage}.
For more cider recipes and ideas, be sure to check out this hot cranberry cider recipe …
… hot citrus cider …
… flavorful berry cider …
… and a fun way to entertain during the fall and winter months: a hot apple cider bar!
I have never heard of butterscotch cider before. It sounds AH-mazing! I can’t wait to try it!
Butterscotch is one of my favorite flavors. I can only imagine how delicious this tastes. YUMMMM!
Yes, please! Yes, PLEASE! I never would have thought to add butterscotch to cider – and now that’s the only way I want to drink it! 🙂
Cider probably one of my favorite hot drinks! I like it better than coffee and hot chocolate. I’ve never thought about doing that or scratch in it. That would definitely give it an even better flavor.
I have never cooked cider on the stove. It does sound like a great way to have a great air freshener and make it smell like grandma’s. I would love that butterscotch flavor too.
My kids love cider, but I never thought to add anything to it. I’m going to try this for them.
WOW! This sounds so yummy! Te perfect weekend warmer upper!
oh wow does this sound delicious! What a great spin on a fall classic!
Hooray for fall! I love a good cider but I’ve never tried it with butterscotch. Will have to give it a shot!
Oh my goodness does this drink look and sound so good! I am trying to avoid sugar but recipes like these make me want some!
A nice cup of butterscotch cider would be great! I think this would go with breakfast really well.
That looks so good. I love butterscotch. I bet this tastes really good too. I can’t wait to make some.
This sounds so delicious! I love drinking warm specialty drinks when the temperatures start to get colder!
I have never heard of a Butterscotch Cider but it sounds amazing. I need to whip this up asap!
I’m not a huge cider fan, but I love all things butterscotch! I’m totally going to have to try this! My twins and hubby love cider so either way it’s a win-win! 🙂
Oh my this butterscotch cider recipe looks so delicious. I am sure it will be a big hit in my house. I bet it smells amazing.
Your latest recipe looks so good, delish — perfect for chilly fall nights. The photos are absolutely mouthwatering too, and I can’t wait to try making this at home.
I am not familiar of this butterscotch cider recipe. I should try this soon, looks great!
Sounds so refreshing I’m going to make some this morning thanks for the recipe
I am going to have to try this cider. It sounds as though it would be really delicious and comforting on those cold nights!
There is nothing more comforting than a hot cup of something sweet like this! I am going to have to give this recipe a try!
Butterscotch cider sounds absolutely divine. I could go for a cup right now.
I love butterscotch and I love cider, but I’ve never thought of trying them together. This sounds delicious!
This sounds so good! I can’t wait to try it!