Homemade Apple Juice
Transform humble apple scraps into a shimmering elixir of pure, unadulterated apple goodness. This ingenious recipe unlocks the hidden potential of apple peels and cores, creating a light, refreshing juice with a delicate sweetness that captures the very essence of the orchard.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
21 g
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Fiber
2 g
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Protein
0 g
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Sodium
8 mg
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Sugar
19 g
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Fat
0 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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5 mins
Gather your ingredients, ensuring the apple scraps are clean and free of any blemishes. (5 minutes)
02 Step
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2 mins
In a medium saucepan, combine the filtered water with the apple peels and cores. (2 minutes)
03 Step
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8 mins
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, then immediately reduce the heat to low. (8 minutes)
04 Step
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30 mins
Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the water has taken on a beautiful amber hue and the distinct aroma of apples fills your kitchen. This should take approximately 30 minutes.
05 Step
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5 mins
Carefully strain the apple juice through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth-lined colander into a clean mixing bowl, discarding the spent apple solids. (5 minutes)
06 Step
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3 mins
While the juice is still warm, stir in the granulated sugar until completely dissolved. Taste and adjust the sweetness as needed. (3 minutes)
07 Step
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30 mins
Allow the apple juice to cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes, before serving chilled. The flavors will meld and deepen as it cools.
08 Step
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Serve over ice, garnish with an apple slice and enjoy!
For a more complex flavor, add a cinnamon stick or a few cloves to the saucepan during simmering.
Feel free to experiment with different types of apples to create your own unique juice blend.
If you prefer a less sweet juice, reduce the amount of sugar or substitute it with a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup.
This juice can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.4/ 5 ( 19 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
Arvel Denesik
Jun 4, 2025I added a squeeze of lemon juice at the end to brighten the flavor, and it was perfect!
Cary Pfeffer
May 15, 2025I never thought I could make such delicious juice from apple scraps! This recipe is a game-changer!
Ebba Oreilly
Apr 3, 2025The simmering time is crucial. Don't rush it; the longer it simmers, the more flavor you'll extract from the apples.
Boyd Haley
Mar 9, 2025So easy and refreshing! My kids loved it, and I felt good about using up the apple cores instead of throwing them away.