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Apple-Caramel Mulled Wine (variant 604901ee)

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Description

Traditional apple-caramel mulled wine in variant 604901ee is an aromatic, warming seasonal drink for cold days. It is based on clear apple juice (cider) enriched with homemade caramel syrup, cinnamon sticks, star anise, cloves, and fresh orange peel with a splash of lemon juice for balance of flavors. The drink has a pleasantly golden color, a shiny surface thanks to the caramel, and decorative apple slices and cinnamon sticks, making it impressive on a holiday table or during an evening by the fireplace. The flavor is a combination of caramel sweetness, fruity acidity of apples, and spicy notes — serve hot, optionally with a shot of dark rum for adults.

Ingredients Used

Ingredients (13)

Servings:
4
  • Apple 1.7 szt.
  • Butter 50 g
  • 30% cream 100 ml
  • Lemon juice 30 ml
  • Orange zest 10 g
  • Apple juice 1000 ml
  • Brown sugar 100 g
  • Star anise 5 szt.
  • 🌿 Przyprawy
  • Cinnamon stick 7.5 szt.
  • Cloves 4 g
  • Salt 0.0 szczypt
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Dark rum 4 łyżki
  • Fresh mint 0.1 pęczków
💰 Szacowany koszt dania: ~26.31 PLN (6.58 PLN/porcję)

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Preparation steps

Preparing the apples

1

Wash the apples under running water. On a cutting board, use a sharp knife: cut each apple into quarters, removing the cores. Slice two quarters into thin slices (about 3-4 mm) for decoration, and cut the remaining ones into larger pieces (about 2 cm) for caramelization. Set the decorative slices on a plate in the fridge to keep them crisp.

Ingredients: Apple juice
Use a plastic or wooden cutting board and a sharp chef's knife. Remove the seed cores with a spoon. If you don't want decorations, you can dice all the apples for cooking.

Caramel syrup

2

Prepare the caramel: evenly sprinkle 100 g of brown sugar into a small, heavy-bottomed pan. Heat over medium heat without stirring for 2-3 minutes, until the sugar starts to melt at the edges. Once it begins to melt, gently swirl the pan or stir the melted part with a wooden spoon to ensure even melting. Continue heating for 2-4 minutes until you achieve an amber color and aroma - be careful not to burn it.

Ingredients: Brown sugar
Use a heavy skillet or a small saucepan with a thick bottom. Do not add water or stir vigorously, as the caramel may overflow. If sugar crystals appear, move the pan to a lower heat and allow them to melt with gentle heating.
3

When the sugar is golden, remove the pan from the heat. Add 50 g of butter and vigorously stir with a wooden spoon until the butter melts and combines with the caramel. Then carefully pour in 100 ml of 30% cream (the cream may bubble momentarily); stir until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. If lumps appear, briefly heat everything on very low heat and stir until smooth. Add a pinch of salt and mix.

Ingredients: Butter, 30% cream, Salt
Use heat-resistant utensils (wooden spoon or silicone spatula). Add fat and cream carefully off the heat, as steam may splatter. If the caramel hardens, heat it slowly and stir.

Caramelizing apples

4

In a medium skillet, heat a tablespoon of butter (about 15 g — you can use previously prepared butter) over medium heat. Add the chopped apples (the remainder from cutting) and sauté for 4-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples soften and lightly golden. Finally, pour in half of the prepared caramel (about 60 g of caramel) and stir for 1-2 minutes until the apple pieces are coated in glossy caramel. Set aside.

Ingredients: Apple juice, Butter, Brown sugar
The best is a pan with a diameter of 24–26 cm with a non-stick coating. Do not fry for too long — the apples should retain some structure, not fall apart.

Cooking the drink

5

In a large pot (about 2–3 l), pour in 1000 ml of apple juice. Add cinnamon sticks (3 pieces), star anise (2 pieces), cloves (4 pieces), grated orange zest (10 g), lemon juice (30 ml), and a teaspoon of salt (1 g). Also add the remaining caramel (about 40 g) — if the caramel is thick, dissolve it first in 2 tablespoons of hot water. Stir with a wooden spoon.

Ingredients: Apple juice, Cinnamon stick, Star anise, Cloves, Orange zest, Lemon juice, Brown sugar
Use a stainless steel pot with a capacity of at least 2 liters. If the caramel is very thick, dilute it with a small amount of water before adding it to avoid sticking in the pot.
6

Place a pot over medium-low heat. Heat slowly until it starts to steam lightly and small bubbles appear at the edges (temperature around 85°C). Reduce the heat to low and simmer gently for 10-15 minutes without bringing it to a boil, stirring occasionally. During this time, the flavors of the spices will infuse into the juice.

Ingredients: Apple juice, Cinnamon stick, Star anise, Cloves, Orange zest
Use a kitchen thermometer if you have one (about 80–90°C). Do not allow it to boil, as too much juice will evaporate and you will lose the freshness of the aroma. The cooking time determines the intensity of the spices — a shorter cooking time will result in a more fruity flavor.

Finalization

7

After 10-15 minutes of cooking, remove the pot from the heat. If you prefer a clear mulled wine, strain the drink through a sieve into another pot or pitcher. If you want to keep the caramelized apple pieces, set them aside in a small bowl (they can be an addition to the glass). Taste and adjust with a teaspoon of sugar or a bit of lemon juice if needed.

Ingredients: Apple juice, Lemon juice
For straining, use a fine sieve or cheesecloth, placing a bowl or heat-resistant pitcher underneath. Keep the apple pieces as a decoration on top of the drink.

Serving

8

Pour the hot mulled wine into 4 heatproof mugs or glasses, about 250 ml each. In each serving, add a slice of caramelized apple, one cinnamon stick for stirring, and a bit of fresh orange zest for aroma. If serving the alcoholic version, add 15 ml (or to taste) of dark rum to each serving just before serving.

Ingredients: Apple juice, Cinnamon stick, Dark rum, Orange zest
It's best to use thick glass cups or ceramic mugs that will retain the temperature. Before pouring, check the temperature - the drink should be hot but not scalding. If you are adding rum, pour it separately into each cup.

Decoration and serving

9

Garnish each serving with a few fresh mint leaves (optional) and possibly a thin slice of fresh apple placed on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately to keep the drink hot and aromatic.

Ingredients: Fresh mint, Apple juice
Use fresh mint chilled in the fridge before serving; if you are adding mint, do not throw it into the boiling pot, as it will diminish the aroma. Additionally, you can add 1 teaspoon of ground ginger for a spicy note (optional).

Fun Fact

💡

Mulled wine is a drink with a very long tradition in Europe — versions with heated wine and spices have been known since the Middle Ages; versions with apple juice are popular in countries where apples are a local ingredient.

Best for

wieczór przy kominku świąteczne spotkania Sylwester

Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve in heatproof glasses or ceramic mugs. Make sure the mugs are warm (rinse with hot water before pouring) to keep the drink at temperature longer. Add a cinnamon stick for stirring to each serving; slices of caramelized apples can be served on a separate plate as a snack.

🥡 Storage

Store any leftover mulled wine in the refrigerator in a tightly sealed container for up to 48 hours. Reheat over low heat, avoiding boiling (about 70–80°C). Caramelized apple pieces are best stored separately in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours and added fresh when serving.

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