Instead of tossing out those apple cores, use them to make a warm and comforting tea. Check out how to make this healthy Homemade Ginger + Apple Tea using apple cores.

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a mug of homemade ginger apple core tea.

Apples are hands down my favorite fruit! This homemade apple tea is a fun way to use your apple cores from other yummy apple recipes like these Cinnamon Apple Snacks or this Instant Pot Apple Crumble. Want to try a delicious apple-themed copycat drink? This Starbucks apple crisp macchiato recipe is perfect for the season.

a mug of homemade apple core ginger tea.

Ingredients

apple cores
fresh ginger, peeled and cut into small pieces
water

an apple core and sliced ginger on a plate.

Instructions for this recipe

Omgsh, friends this could not be easier.

First, place water, apple cores, and ginger into a small saucepan.

Then, bring everything to a quick boil.

Next, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about five minutes for the flavor to develop.

Finally, pour the hot liquid through a strainer into two tea glasses or mugs. The aroma is invigorating.

This is a wonderful tea to drink that has zero caffeine and zero added sugar.

FAQs, tips, and substitutions

What is apple tea good for? This tea can be helpful for both your digestive system and immune system. Apple and ginger both have health benefits such as digestive and immune-boosting properties and antioxidants.
After you finish eating an apple for a snack or you make an apple recipe, place the cores in a Ziploc bag and keep them in the fridge for making this tea. They will keep in the fridge for 3-5 days.
Wrap any leftover ginger in foil and store in the fridge for up to a week.
Try adding different spices such as cinnamon, allspice, and even whole cloves to enhance the apple flavors.
This recipe is sugar-free but if you feel the need for a little something sweet, add a spoon of honey or maple syrup to sweeten it naturally.

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*This recipe was originally posted on November 19, 2018, updated on March 13, 2019, and updated again on January 6, 2023, with recipe notes, writing, and new photos.*

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Homemade Ginger + Apple Tea – Made With Apple Cores

Sharon Rhodes

Instead of tossing your apple cores, use them to make a warm and comforting tea. Check out how to make this healthy Homemade Ginger + Apple Tea.

4.96 from 24 votes

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 11 kcal

Ingredients

2-3 apple cores
2 inches fresh ginger, sliced into thin pieces
3 cups water

Instructions

Place all ingredients into a small sauce pan and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for five minutes.
Strain into mugs and enjoy warm.

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Notes

After you finish eating an apple for a snack or you make an apple recipe, place the cores in a Ziploc bag and keep them in the fridge for making this tea. They will keep in the fridge for 3-5 days.
Wrap any leftover ginger in foil and store in the fridge for up to a week.
Try adding different spices such as cinnamon, allspice, and even whole cloves to enhance the apple flavors.
This recipe is sugar-free but if you feel the need for a little something sweet, add a spoon of honey or maple syrup to sweeten it naturally.