Warm Vanilla Cider

With whipped cream and honeyed walnuts, this drink is like dessert. And when made without bourbon, it's perfect for children. I found this recipe in Martha Stewart Living magazine.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 6  cups  fresh apple cider
• 2  tablespoons  packed dark brown sugar
• 2  whole nutmeg  seeds
• 1  vanilla bean, split and scraped
• 3⁄4 cup Bourbon (6oz)
•  whipped cream

Directions

1. Combine cider, brown sugar, nutmeg seeds, and vanilla bean in a medium saucepan. Gently simmer over medium-low heat for 15 minutes. Remove from heat, and add bourbon if desired. Remove and discard solids.
2. Divide among 6 mugs or heatproof glasses, and top each with a dollop of whipped cream and a few honeyed walnuts.