Description
White Christmas Punch is a creamy, festive holiday beverage that blends rich dairy with bright white cranberry juice and a fizzy lemon-lime soda finish. Perfect for holiday parties, this punch can be served as a non-alcoholic treat or spiked with white rum, vanilla vodka, or coconut rum for adults. Garnished with whipped cream, sugared cranberries, shredded coconut, and optional white chocolate shavings, it offers a delightful combination of flavors, textures, and seasonal cheer.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 4 cups milk
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
Fruit and Flavorings
- 2 cups white cranberry juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Carbonation and Coolants
- 2 cups lemon-lime soda (chilled)
- Ice cubes or large ice ring
Alcohol (Optional)
- 1 to 1½ cups white rum, vanilla vodka, or coconut rum (optional)
Garnishes
- Whipped cream
- Sugared cranberries
- Shredded coconut
- White chocolate shavings (optional)
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Chill Ingredients: Ensure all liquid ingredients — milk, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, white cranberry juice, and lemon-lime soda — are well chilled before mixing. This helps keep the punch cold longer and minimizes ice melting that can dilute flavors.
- Mix Cream Base: In a large punch bowl or roomy mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, and sweetened condensed milk. Whisk until smooth and combined, forming a creamy base for the punch.
- Add Flavors: Pour in the white cranberry juice along with the vanilla extract and almond extract. Stir thoroughly so the flavors meld evenly into the creamy mixture.
- Add Soda Before Serving: Just before serving, gently stir in the chilled lemon-lime soda. Pour carefully to preserve the soda’s carbonation for a refreshing fizz.
- Keep Punch Cool: Add ice cubes or a large frozen punch ring to the bowl to maintain a cold temperature without overly diluting the punch.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the punch into clear glasses to showcase its creamy white hue. Top each serving with a dollop of whipped cream, sugared cranberries, shredded coconut, and optionally white chocolate shavings or festive sprinkles for added sweetness and presentation.
- Enjoy Immediately: Serve the punch right away to enjoy the fresh fizz and creamy texture at their best while celebrating the holidays with friends and family.
Notes
- For an adult version, add 1 to 1½ cups of white rum, vanilla vodka, or coconut rum to the punch before serving.
- Use a large ice ring for slower melting and less dilution during serving.
- The almond extract is optional but adds a lovely nutty aroma.
- Whipped cream and garnishes can be customized to your preferences or themed party colors.
- Keep all ingredients chilled ahead of time to maintain the best flavor and texture.
- This recipe is best served immediately for optimal carbonation and creaminess.
