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Hey there, holiday lovers!
Are you excited for the festive season? I know I am!
Today, I’m sharing a fun and refreshing drink that’ll get your Christmas spirit flowing: Christmas peppermint punch.
It’s sweet, minty, and so easy to whip up. Perfect for parties or cozy nights in.
Get ready to sip on something delicious this holiday season! 🍬❤️
Possible Ingredient Alternatives
Peppermint ice cream can be replaced with vanilla ice cream and 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract for a customizable mint flavor. This allows for better control over the intensity of peppermint taste. For a dairy-free option, coconut milk ice cream can be used with peppermint extract added.
Lemon-lime soda can be substituted with sparkling water and a splash of lemon and lime juice for a less sweet version. This reduces sugar content while maintaining the carbonation and citrus notes. For a more festive twist, cranberry-flavored sparkling water can be used instead.
Crushed candy canes can be replaced with crushed peppermint candies or a sprinkle of crushed freeze-dried strawberries for a pop of color and flavor. These alternatives provide similar visual appeal and minty or fruity notes to complement the punch. Adjust quantities to taste, as peppermint candies may be more intensely flavored than candy canes.
| Preparation Time | 10-15 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 0 minutes |
| Total Time | 10-15 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
Estimated Nutrition
Estimated nutrition for the whole recipe (without optional ingredients):
- Calories: 2000-2200
- Protein: 30-40 g
- Fat: 80-100 g
- Carbohydrates: 300-350 g
Ingredients
- 1 quart peppermint flavored ice cream
- 1 cup chilled milk
- 1 liter lemon-lime soda
- 4 crushed candy canes
- Extra candy canes for stirring, optional
Step 1: Soften and Mix Ice Cream
Begin by softening the ice cream in the microwave using 20-second intervals.
Check and stir between intervals until it is soft enough to scoop.
Once softened, scoop the ice cream into a large mixing bowl.
Step 2: Combine Ice Cream with Milk
Pour milk into the bowl with the softened ice cream.
Stir this mixture until it becomes smooth and fully combined.
Step 3: Add 7UP to the Mixture
Gently stir in the 7UP into the mixture.
Continue stirring until the ice cream, milk, and 7UP are well combined and form a smooth punch.
Step 4: Prepare Glasses with Candy Cane Rims
To add a festive touch, dip the rims of your serving glasses in water, then immediately dip them into a shallow bowl filled with crushed candy canes.
This creates a decorative and flavorful rim for your punch glasses.
Step 5: Serve the Punch
If preparing individual servings, pour the finished punch into each prepared glass and serve immediately.
Alternatively, if serving in a larger setting, pour the punch into a punch bowl.
Prepare the glasses in advance with the candy cane garnish and set them out, allowing guests to serve themselves.
