Elly May's Wedding Punch Recipe

This vibrant and refreshing Elly May's Wedding Punch is the perfect celebratory beverage! Easy to make ahead, this slushy punch combines the sweetness of pineapple, orange, and lemon with a zesty ginger ale kick. Perfect for weddings, parties, or any special occasion, this recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Get ready to wow your guests with this easy-to-make frozen punch!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 210 mins
Calories 210.6 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Elly May's Wedding Punch

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How to Make Elly May's Wedding Punch

  1. In a large saucepan, dissolve 1 (3 ounce) package of unflavored gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved.
  2. In a separate saucepan, combine 2 cups of sugar and 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat.
  3. Add 2 cups of pineapple juice, 1 cup of orange juice, and 1/2 cup of lemon juice to the sugar syrup. Stir well to combine.
  4. Let the mixture cool completely to room temperature.
  5. Gently combine the cooled gelatin mixture with the cooled juice mixture. Stir until well incorporated.
  6. Pour the punch mixture into freezer-safe plastic containers. Freeze for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, until solid.
  7. Remove from the freezer about 3 hours before serving to allow for thawing.
  8. Just before serving, gently stir in 2 liters of chilled ginger ale. The punch will be slushy.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

200g

Fat

0g

Carbs

17g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Elly May's Wedding Punch?

Elly May's Wedding Punch takes about 240 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 210 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Elly May's Wedding Punch?

Elly May's Wedding Punch has approximately 210.6 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Elly May's Wedding Punch?

The key ingredients for Elly May's Wedding Punch are Cherry Gelatin, Boiling Water, Sugar, Water, Pineapple Juice, Frozen Orange Juice. See the full list with measurements above.

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