Citrus Ice Ring for Punch
Description:
This Citrus Ice Ring is the perfect companion for Sparkling Party Punch, a delightful non-alcoholic beverage. Infused with the zesty flavors of lemon and lime, and adorned with vibrant maraschino cherries, this ice ring adds a burst of freshness and visual appeal to your punch bowl. You can even customize it by incorporating small oranges for an extra colorful touch. With just a little prep time and overnight freezing, you’ll have a stunning ice ring ready to elevate your punch experience.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 134.4
- Fat Content: 1.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 12.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 54.3g
- Fiber Content: 18.1g
- Sugar Content: 12.8g
- Protein Content: 4.4g
Ingredients:
- 3 lemons
- 1 lime
- 6 maraschino cherries
- Water
Preparation Time: PT24H
Total Time: PT24H
Recipe Category: Punch Beverage
Keywords: Beverages, Fruit, Canadian, Low Protein, Vegan, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Kid Friendly, Kosher, Weeknight, No Cook, Freezer, Easy
Recipe Yield: 1 ice ring
Recipe Instructions:
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Prepare the Citrus: Begin by ensuring that the lime is as close in size to the lemons as possible. This will help maintain uniformity in the ice ring’s appearance.
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Slice the Fruit: Cut the lemons and lime in half lengthwise, then slice them into thin 1/4-inch slices. Ensure that the slices are uniform in thickness for even freezing.
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Prepare the Mold: You’ll need a ring mold for this recipe, preferably one with grooves in the bottom for added texture. A Tupperware jello mold works perfectly for this purpose.
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Arrange the Slices: With the rind edge facing down, stand the citrus slices up around the circle of the mold. Alternate the slices, placing 1 lime slice, 2 lemon slices, and 1 maraschino cherry in between, ensuring they are positioned closely together. Repeat this pattern five more times until the mold is filled.
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Freeze in Stages: Pour enough water into the mold to cover the bottom by approximately 1/2 inch. Place the mold in the freezer and allow it to freeze completely. Once frozen, pour in another layer of water, this time covering the fruit slices by approximately 1 inch. Return the mold to the freezer and allow it to freeze completely again. Repeat this process until the mold is filled to the top. Freezing in stages prevents the fruit from floating to the top and ensures an evenly distributed ice ring.
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Unmold the Ice Ring: Once the mold is completely frozen, run cold water over the bottom of the mold to loosen the ice ring. It should then easily slip out of the mold.
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Serve in Punch: Place the ice ring, round side up, in the punch bowl, preferably alongside Sparkling Party Punch (non-alcoholic), for a refreshing and visually stunning beverage experience.
Enjoy your Citrus Ice Ring for Punch! 🍋🍹
