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Red Hot Cinnamon Apple Juice

This recipe has been a holiday tradition for our family for decades. So fast, so easy and so perfect!
5 from 5 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American

Equipment

  • dutch oven
  • 1 cup measuring cup
  • Stove

Ingredients
  

  • 1 gallon apple juice
  • 1 C red hot cinnamon candies

Instructions
 

  • Add the red hots to the apple juice in a dutch oven.
  • Heat and stir until all of the red hots are melted.
  • Serve immediately or cool and store in the refrigerator back in the apple juice container to warm in the microwave one cup at a time.

Notes

This is a family favorite recipe that is always requested and enjoyed. We love keeping a gallon in the refrigerator when guests drop by. Just fill mugs and microwave when needed for a cup of holiday cheer! 
This favorite continues through the winter months here. A great cup by the fireplace is always welcome!
The only thing I have to watch with this recipe are little (or big) ones who may spill this liquid. Staining can be a problem so be aware of where those mugs go for some!
Enjoy! Happy Holidays!
Keyword apple juice, beverage, Christmas hot drink, Christmas tradition, holiday drink, red hot cinnamon apple juice, red hot cinnamon drops, Red hots