Hot Buttered Apple Cider With Rum

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   ["Make spiced butter by combining butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and salt in a small bowl.", "Use a plastic spatula to transfer butter mixture to the middle of a 12"" x 12"" piece of plastic wrap.", "Fold plastic wrap over butter mixture and shape into a log, twisting ends to seal closed. Refrigerate until ready to use.", "", "Bring apple cider to a simmer over medium heat in a large pot, then turn heat to low.", "Remove spiced butter from plastic wrap and cut into 1-inch pieces.", "Add to hot cider and stir continuously until all butter is melted.", "Ladle buttered cider into mug, garnish with cinnamon stick and top with a shot of rum or apple brandy if desired. Serve hot."]

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.