Cranberry Cream Punch 🍹
Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with this delightful Cranberry Cream Punch, adorned with a magnificent cranberry ice ring, perfect for spreading holiday cheer. This enchanting beverage, served elegantly in stemmed wine glasses, adds a touch of magic to any gathering. Please note that the prep time does not include freezing the ice ring.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 3 quarts
Ingredients
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can frozen cranberry juice concentrate
- 1 bottle ginger ale
- Cranberry juice cocktail
- Water
- Fresh cranberries
- Lime slices
- Mint leaves
Instructions
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare Cranberry Ice Ring: Begin by making the Cranberry Ice Ring one day in advance. |
| 2 | Prepare Punch: In a large punch bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, frozen cranberry juice concentrate, and (optional) liqueur and food coloring for added flair. Stir well to combine. |
| 3 | Add Fizz: Just before serving, pour in the ginger ale or club soda to give the punch its delightful fizz. |
| 4 | Add Ice Ring: Gently place the prepared Cranberry Ice Ring into the punch bowl. This will not only chill the punch but also serve as a stunning centerpiece. |
| 5 | Make Cranberry Ice Ring: To create the Cranberry Ice Ring, mix cranberry juice cocktail with water. |
| 6 | Layer in Mold: Pour half a cup of the cranberry liquid into a 1-1/2-quart ring mold. |
| 7 | Arrange Decorations: Carefully arrange fresh cranberries and slices of lime or mint leaves in the mold. This adds a festive touch to the ice ring. |
| 8 | Freeze Overnight: Pour the remaining 3 cups of cranberry liquid into the mold and freeze overnight, allowing the ice ring to set completely. |
Nutrition Information (per serving)
- Calories: 754.7
- Fat: 11.7g
- Saturated Fat: 7.3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
- Sodium: 318.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 156g
- Fiber: 1.3g
- Sugar: 141.2g
- Protein: 10.6g
Tags
Beverages, Fruit, Winter, Christmas, Thanksgiving, < 15 Mins, No Cook, Easy
This Cranberry Cream Punch recipe is a delightful addition to any holiday celebration, combining the tartness of cranberries with the creamy sweetness of condensed milk, all complemented by the refreshing fizz of ginger ale. With its vibrant colors and festive presentation, it’s sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Cheers to spreading joy and merriment with every sip! 🎄🍷
