Warm Christmas Punch Recipe

Get ready to cozy up with this delightful Warm Christmas Punch! Perfect for holiday gatherings, this slow-cooked punch is bursting with festive flavors of cranberry, orange, and warming spices. Easy to make in your crockpot, it's the perfect make-ahead drink for stress-free entertaining. Impress your guests with this deliciously warm and inviting punch – a true Christmas classic!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 241 mins
Calories 125.4 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Warm Christmas Punch

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How to Make Warm Christmas Punch

  1. In a large crockpot, combine 4 cups cranberry juice, 2 cups orange juice, 1 cup apple cider, 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup sugar, 10 whole cloves, 2 cinnamon sticks, and 5-10 red hots (or to taste).
  2. Stir well to ensure sugar dissolves.
  3. Cook on low for 2-4 hours, or until heated through and flavors have melded. Do not let it boil.
  4. Remove cinnamon sticks and cloves before serving. (You can use these as stirrers if desired, then discard).
  5. Garnish with orange slices, cranberries, and cinnamon sticks before serving. Optional: Add a splash of orange liqueur for an adult version.
  6. Serve warm in mugs or heat-resistant glasses.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

102g

Fat

0g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Warm Christmas Punch?

Warm Christmas Punch takes about 256 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 241 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Warm Christmas Punch?

Warm Christmas Punch has approximately 125.4 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Warm Christmas Punch?

The key ingredients for Warm Christmas Punch are Cranberry Juice, Pineapple Juice, Red Hot Candies, Cinnamon Stick. See the full list with measurements above.

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