Ah…I love the fall and winter for a few reasons. And, trust me, they are very few. I am not a cold weather, snow bunny, kind of girl. No way! I would much prefer a warmer climate. But, usually around September, one of my favorite things begins to show up in grocery stores, at farmer’s markets and at festivals and gatherings.
Apple cider!
This warm, delicious, spiced treat that warms you up as you drink it down.
What could be better?
Cooking with it!
And for my first foray into apple cider cooking, I went with an apple cider syrup, to top my homemade pumpkin waffles. Because nothing screams fall more than pumpkin and apples, right? And, wow…the flavor combination was phenomenal, but the syrup on its own was a sweet, delicious treat that would be good over pancakes, french toast, regular waffles, toast, or whatever else you can dream up.
Recipe: Apple Cider Syrup
Servings: 6-8
Time: Prep 5 minutes; Cooking 25-30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons butter (I use Smart Balance)
Directions:
Stir together the sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon in a saucepan.
Add the apple cider and lemon juice. Stir.
Cook over medium heat until mixture begins to boil; boil until the syrup thickens.
Remove from heat and stir in the 2 tablespoons of butter until melted.
Serve warm.
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Trust me…this is a fantastic substitute for your everyday maple syrup. Sweet with a hint of cinnamon spice. Easy to make and really, really delicious. Make it while cider is readily available. Trust me…you’ll fall in love with it.
And…if you happen to make your own pumpkin waffles…it really is a fantastic flavor combo. This allergic chef wouldn’t steer you wrong.
The Celiathlete 