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Hot Cranberry Punch

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings 8 cups
Calories 150
A warm, festive beverage perfect for holiday gatherings, combining the flavors of orange, cranberry, and spices.

Ingredients

Base liquids

  • 2 cups orange juice (from concentrate or fresh)
  • 8 cups apple juice or cider
  • 8 cups cranberry juice

Sweeteners

  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup light brown sugar

Spices and Garnishes

  • 2 sticks cinnamon sticks
  • 1-2 star anise star anise
  • 1 orange orange slices (cut into slices with rind)
  • 1 cup cranberries (fresh or frozen)

Garnish

  • as desired orange slices, cranberries, star anise, cinnamon sticks (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Add orange juice concentrate, sugars, cinnamon sticks, and star anise to the slow cooker.
  • Pour in apple juice, cranberry juice, add orange slices and cranberries, then cover and cook on high for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve hot, garnished with orange slices, cranberries, star anise, and cinnamon sticks.

Notes

This punch is perfect for holiday celebrations and can be kept warm in a slow cooker.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cranberry, orange, spices