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Candy Cane Christmas Punch

Candy Cane Christmas Punch: A Festive Treat for Everyone

Candy Cane Christmas Punch is a delightful, festive drink that captures the essence of the holidays with its refreshing peppermint flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 10 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Punch Base
  • 6 cups lemon-lime soda Can substitute with ginger ale or sparkling water.
  • 1 cup cranberry juice Can substitute with pomegranate juice.
Creamy Element
  • 2 cups peppermint ice cream Vanilla ice cream with peppermint extract can be used.
Festive Touch
  • 0.5 cups crushed candy canes Sugar-free versions can be used.
  • fresh cranberries and mint leaves Optional for garnish.
Adult Twist
  • 0.5 cups peppermint schnapps or vodka Optional for a spiked version.

Equipment

  • Large pitcher or bowl
  • Punch bowl
  • ladle

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Chill all liquid ingredients in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before preparation.
  2. In a large punch bowl, combine the chilled lemon-lime soda and cranberry juice. Stir gently.
  3. Scoop the peppermint ice cream into the punch bowl, adding it slowly to avoid overflow.
  4. Sprinkle crushed candy canes evenly on top of the punch mixture.
  5. Garnish the punch with fresh cranberries and mint leaves.
  6. Serve immediately in festive glasses using a ladle.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 1gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 35gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mg

Notes

For a stunning presentation, rim glasses with crushed candy canes mixed with honey or corn syrup. Leftover punch can be stored in an airtight container for up to one day but is best enjoyed fresh.

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