Cranberry Cherry Punch Recipe

Transport yourself back to 1967 with this vibrant Cranberry Cherry Punch! This retro recipe, inspired by the Better Homes and Gardens 'So Good With Fruit' cookbook, gets a delightful twist from cherry-flavored gelatin. It's a refreshing and festive punch perfect for parties and gatherings. Easy to make and beautifully presented with an ice ring (optional).

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 61.1 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 3.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cranberry Cherry Punch

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How to Make Cranberry Cherry Punch

  1. In a large bowl, dissolve 1 (3 ounce) package of cherry-flavored gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved.
  2. Stir in 1 (6 ounce) can frozen lemonade concentrate.
  3. Add 2 cups cold water and 1 (46 ounce) can cranberry juice cocktail.
  4. Place 8-10 cups of ice cubes or a large molded ice ring in a large punch bowl.
  5. Pour the gelatin mixture over the ice in the punch bowl.
  6. Slowly pour 2 liters of chilled ginger ale down the side of the punch bowl to maintain carbonation.
  7. Gently mix by pushing the ice cubes or ice ring up and down several times. Do not overmix.
  8. For an extra fruity touch, add scoops of your favorite fruit-flavored sherbet before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

46g

Fat

0g

Carbs

4g