Christmas Cheer
Bring the magic of the holidays straight to your home with this festive "Christmas Cheer" holiday punch! Infused with the warming flavors of cinnamon, cloves, and star anise, this cozy drink combines cranberry juice, apple cider, and a splash of orange juice for a perfectly balanced sweet-tart blend. Fresh orange slices and optional fresh cranberries add a delightful festive touch, while a gentle simmer ensures every sip bursts with comforting holiday aromas. Ready in just 30 minutes, this non-alcoholic punch is ideal for cozy family gatherings or holiday parties, and it’s customizable with a touch of sugar to suit your taste. Serve it warm, garnished with a cinnamon stick or orange slice, and let the seasonal spirit radiate through every glass!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups cranberry juice
- 3 cups apple cider
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 cup water
- 1 fresh orange
- 6 whole cloves
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 2 star anise
- 0.5 cup fresh cranberries (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons sugar (optional, to taste)
Instructions
In a large pot, combine the cranberry juice, apple cider, orange juice, and water.
Wash the orange, then slice it into thin rounds. Add the orange slices to the pot.
Stud a few of the orange slices with whole cloves by poking the pointed end of each clove through the peel. Add these to the pot as well.
Drop in the cinnamon sticks and star anise.
Heat the mixture over medium heat until it begins to gently simmer, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low and let the punch simmer for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Stir occasionally and taste. If you prefer the punch sweeter, add sugar, one tablespoon at a time, until desired sweetness is reached.
Using a ladle, carefully scoop the punch into mugs or glasses. Optionally, garnish with a cinnamon stick, a few fresh cranberries, or an orange slice.
Serve warm and enjoy the holiday spirit!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1084 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.9 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 132 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 256.3 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.7 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 168.3 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 449 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2604 mg | 55% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
