Apple Pie Moonshine- Ninja Foodi Recipe (2024)

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It’s almost apple season! You know what that means!! It’s time for Apple Pie Moonshine! What? Moonshine?

Yes, you can make your own moonshine from the comfort of your own kitchen! Ok- so it may not be “real” moonshine, but in terms of potency, it’s pretty darn close.

With the addition of the Everclear, which is 190 proof, Apple Pie Moonshine has got a serious kick!

With the use of your Ninja Foodi, you can have delicious Moonshine in less than an hour!

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Be careful when you are drinking it though, it tastes soooo good, but remember that it is pretty strong.

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Tips for making Apple Pie Moonshine in the Ninja Foodi:

1. Drink sparingly. Everclear is 190 proof and is VERY strong.

2. Serve over ice, as a shot or in a martini with your favorite cream-based liquor.

3.Be sure to let Apple Pie Moonshine cool completely before adding in liquor otherwise you may end up cooking out the liquor content.

4.Store in glass mason jars! Not only does the Apple Pie Moonshine look great in the mason jar, but it’s also a great way to seal and save for later. No spilling! 🙂

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Ingredients for Apple Pie Moonshine made in the Ninja Foodi:

  • 64 Ounces of apple juice
  • 64 Ounces of apple cider
  • ¾ Cup of white sugar
  • ¾ Cup of brown sugar
  • 1 ½ Cup Everclear grain alcohol
  • 1 ½ Cup caramel vodka
  • 10-12 Cinnamon sticks (4-5 used in the recipe, additional used as garnish if desired.)
  • ½ Teaspoon of nutmeg
  • ½ Teaspoon whole cloves

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How to make Apple Pie Moonshine in the Ninja Foodi:

1.Pour apple juice and apple cider into your Ninja Foodi.

2.Add white and brown sugar.

3.Add in 4-6 cinnamon sticks

4.Add in nutmeg and whole cloves.

5.Turn Ninja Foodi on and choose the “sauté” function.

6.Sauté on high for approximately 5 minutes or until all sugar has dissolved in apple juice mixture.

7.Close the pressure cooking lid and move the valve to “seal” position.

8.Pressure cook on high for 45 minutes.

9.When the timer beeps, allow pressure to naturally release for 15 minutes.

10.Open the lid and allow it to cool completely.

11.Once the liquid has reached room temperature, pour in Everclear and caramel vodka.

12.Remove cinnamon sticks and whole cloves. This can be done using a strainer or pouring through cheesecloth.

13.Serve and enjoy! If you are saving your apple pie moonshine for a special occasion, mason jars are the perfect way to store for later. I used these mason jars with red and white twine ribbon and put on super cute chalkboard stickers!

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Apple Pie Moonshine- Ninja Foodi Recipe

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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes

Cooling Time: 2 hours hours

Total Time: 3 hours hours

Servings: 164 Ounces

Calories: 28kcal

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Ingredients

  • 64 Ounces Apple juice
  • 64 Ounces Apple cider
  • ¾ Cup White sugar
  • ¾ Cup Brown sugar
  • 1 ½ Cup Everclear grain alcohol
  • 1 ½ Cup Caramel vodka
  • 10-12 Cinnamon sticks ((4-5 used in the recipe, additional used as garnish if desired.))
  • ½ Teaspoon Nutmeg
  • ½ Teaspoon Whole cloves

Instructions

  • Pour apple juice and apple cider into Ninja Foodi pot.

  • Add white and brown sugar.

  • Add in 4-6 cinnamon sticks

  • Add in nutmeg and whole cloves.

  • Turn Ninja Foodi “on” and choose the “sauté” function.

  • Sauté on high for approximately 5 minutes or until all sugar has dissolved in apple juice mixture.

  • Close the “pressure cooker” lid and move valve to “seal” position.

  • Pressure cook on high for 45 minutes.

  • When timer beeps, allow pressure to naturally release for 15 minutes.

  • Open lid and allow to cool completely.

  • Once liquid has reached room temperature, pour in Everclear and caramel vodka.

  • Remove cinnamon sticks and whole cloves. This can be done using a strainer or pouring through cheese cloth.

  • Serve and enjoy! If you are saving your apple pie moonshine for a special occasion, mason jars are the perfect way to store for later.

Nutrition

Serving: 2ounces | Calories: 28kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 25mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only.

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Apple Pie Moonshine- Ninja Foodi Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Why is my apple pie moonshine cloudy? ›

Apple cider often has sediment in it, so do not be alarmed if it looks cloudy. Let sit undisturbed for at least 5 days, although I consider a week the minimum. The product must remain cool during aging and storage thereafter.

What is a good chaser for apple pie moonshine? ›

It is good to mix apple pie moonshine with the following:
  • Ginger Ale.
  • Cranberry Juice.
  • Lemonade.
  • Apple Cider.
  • Cream Soda.
  • Sprite (add some lime juice for an extra kick)
  • Rumchata.

How good is apple pie moonshine? ›

This apple pie moonshine tastes like apple pie in a jar, but it does pack quite a kick if you're not careful. The longer it sits in the fridge, the better it gets. Place a cinnamon stick in each jar if you like a lot of cinnamon.

How do you seal a jar of moonshine? ›

Alcohol itself is a preservative. You should be storing it in glass for long term storage, with a proper seal, such as cork, plastic screwtop or a newer composite cork (used a lot in wine bottles now). You should note that stored in glass, moonshine won't age very much, or improve to any great degree.

How can you tell if apple pie moonshine is bad? ›

Moonshine can go bad and you can tell this when you taste a foul taste. If the flavours of your moonshine tastes worse then it is a sign that it's been sitting for awhile. Just ensure you your moonshine stored properly for it to last longer.

Why is my moonshine not clear? ›

Cloudy distillate has to do with unfermented washes foaming through the still or when fusel alcohols and water-soluble compounds come through with the distillate. This could be due to a number of reasons: Unfermented washes. Imbalance of nutrients in the wash.

Should apple pie moonshine be refrigerated? ›

Can Apple Pie Moonshine Be at Room Temperature? You can store your apple moonshine in sealed mason jars in a cool, dry place, rather than the refrigerator. And, if you used liquor with a high percentage of alcohol, it should stay fresh for years. Just be sure to keep your jars completely closed and out of the sun.

How do you make moonshine taste smooth? ›

If you think your distillate is a little sharp or has a bit too much of that 'alcohol burn,' adding a few drops of glycerine can reduce the harshness, add mellowness and improve mouthfeel. Glycerine is also used by homebrewers to round out the flavour and reduce the ageing time of the spirit.

What makes moonshine taste better? ›

If you want to get more of the earthy taste of moonshine in your co*cktail, try pairing it with ginger ale (not ginger beer). Sweet ginger ale can make moonshine go down smoother and is a good starting point for those new to drinking moonshine.

Does Ole Smoky Apple Pie Moonshine go bad? ›

- Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine. “How long will a jar keep unopened.” Different flavors will have different life spans. Generally they will last two years unopened and about six months after opening.

How do you drink Murphy's Law apple pie moonshine? ›

This offering has delightful aromas and flavours of simmered apple, vanilla, cinnamon and spice. The palate is full-bodied and smooth with a long, warming finish. Serve it over ice alongside warm apple crumble pie.

Will Ole Smoky Apple Pie Moonshine freeze? ›

A 40 proof alcohol/water mixture would freeze at 17 degrees, however, since we use actual fruit juice and not flavoring mixed with water, the temperature will vary from flavor to flavor. So yes, Moonshine can be frozen, however, most home freezers do not get cold enough to actually freeze it.

How long will apple pie moonshine keep? ›

How long does flavored moonshine last. It all depends on how you store your apple pie moonshine. In an airtight container, it should last 3 - 4 months in the back of your refrigerator. If you seal your jars properly in your mason jars, they can last up to three years.

Does moonshine go bad with age? ›

Unopened flavored moonshine can last for years, un-refrigerated and away from sunlight. Like plain moonshine, flavored moonshine is best enjoyed while stored in a glass bottle. However, once opened, flavored moonshine only lasts 3-6 months in the refrigerator.

Why is moonshine always in mason jars? ›

In the south, everything is canned, from fruit preserves to green beans to alcohol. It's simply part of our culture. Also, there's the tradition of “passing the jar” to friends — and mason jars are easily resealable and easy to pass around.

Why did my moonshine turn cloudy? ›

If too much heat is added, liquid will boil up into the column and puke into the collection vessel, causing distillate to turn cloudy. If too little heat is added, the distillation process will take much longer than it should.

Why is my apple cider cloudy? ›

That is because the building blocks of apples include pectin, a polysaccharide that makes up the cell walls of the fruit and holds the plant together. During milling, pressing and subsequently fermentation, pectin becomes suspended in the juice and can thus create a haze — unless treated with pectinase.

How can you tell if homemade moonshine is bad? ›

Foul Taste

Although technically safe to drink, moonshine that “goes bad” will have an unpleasant taste.

Does Ole Smoky Apple Pie moonshine go bad? ›

- Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine. “How long will a jar keep unopened.” Different flavors will have different life spans. Generally they will last two years unopened and about six months after opening.

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