Crockpot Christmas Punch
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Get into the holiday spirit with this 5-ingredient Crockpot Christmas Punch. Warm, festive, and perfect for adding a cozy touch to any holiday gathering!
This Crockpot Christmas Punch is the ultimate holiday drink that combines warmth, spice, and festive flavor in every sip. With just five simple ingredients, it’s incredibly easy to make, yet delivers a cozy, inviting aroma that will fill your home with holiday cheer. The sweet and tart mix of cranberry and pineapple-orange juices, combined with the spicy kick of Red Hots and cinnamon sticks, creates a punch that’s both deliciously warm and perfectly balanced. Whether you’re hosting a Christmas party or looking for a comforting drink on a chilly evening, this punch is sure to impress your guests and make your celebrations extra special. Plus, it’s easily customizable to be either alcoholic or non-alcoholic, so everyone can enjoy!
Want more Christmas drink recipes? Try our cold Christmas Punch or our Grinch Punch recipe for more festive drinks!
Why You’ll Love Our Recipe
- Toss everything in one pot for easy prep and cleanup.
- Red Hots and cinnamon sticks bring a warm, spicy flavor and fill your home with a cozy holiday scent.
- Make this punch alcoholic or non-alcoholic to suit all your holiday guests.
Ingredient Information
- Cranberry Juice Cocktail: A more affordable and sweeter option, perfect for those who enjoy a sweeter punch. For a tarter taste, 100% cranberry juice works great.
- Pineapple-Orange Juice: Delivers the ideal balance of sweetness and flavor, but feel free to explore other juice combinations for your perfect blend.
- Red Hots: Adds a bold, spicy kick that makes the punch stand out with its warm, zesty flavor.
- Cinnamon Sticks: Infuses the punch with the perfect hint of spice and holiday aroma.
- White Rum: Optional, but it adds an adult twist if you’re looking to spice things up with a boozy version of the punch.
Storage and Reheating Information
Refrigerate in a sealed jug or pitcher for up to 3 days.
Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
Reheat in a crockpot on low-medium until heated through or warm individual cups in the microwave on 30 second increments until heated through.
Helpful Tips
- Prepare in advance and refrigerate until ready to serve. Heat in a crockpot about an hour before serving for the perfect temperature.
- Unsweetened juices can make the punch quite tart, so opt for sweetened options unless you prefer a bold, tangy flavor.
- Tropicana Pineapple-Orange Juice is my go-to for the best flavor, but feel free to choose based on your taste preferences.
- If the punch is too tart, add more red hots and let them melt for an additional 30 minutes. Stir thoroughly to blend the flavors.
Crockpot Christmas Punch
Equipment
- 6-quart Crockpot or slow cooker
Ingredients
- 52 ounces cranberry juice cocktail
- 40 ounces pineapple-orange juice
- 5.5 ounces Red Hots
- 3 cinnamon sticks 5 inches each
- 6 ounces white rum optional
- fresh cranberries, orange slices, cinnamon sticks, pomegranate arils or fresh rosemary for garnish optional
Instructions
- Pour both juices into the crockpot.
- Add the red hots and cinnamon sticks to the crockpot.
- Cook on low for 3 hours.
- Add white rum, if spiking the punch.
- Stir well.
- Garnish, if desired, and enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutrition information is a rough estimate only; actual values will vary based on the exact ingredients used and amount of recipe prepared.
