Santa Snowball Punch Recipe

Bylina Carter
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Introduction

Santa Snowball Punch is a festive and fun holiday drink that’s both refreshing and creamy. Combining tangy cranberry nectar, sweet raspberry jam, fizzy lemon-lime soda, and creamy vanilla ice cream, this punch is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any celebration.

A clear glass filled with a two-layer drink sits on a white marbled surface. The bottom layer is a deep red liquid, smooth and slightly translucent. Above it is a thick, frothy pink foam that fills about one-fifth of the glass, with bubbles visible on the foam’s surface. The background is soft and mostly white, with a hint of another similar glass blurred in the back. A small green pine branch is placed on the surface near the base of the glass. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

  • 1 32 oz bottle cranberry nectar (can substitute cranberry juice)
  • 1 12 oz jar seedless red raspberry jam
  • 1 1/2 2-liter bottles lemon lime soda (chilled)
  • 1.75 quart vanilla ice cream

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large punch bowl, add the cranberry nectar, seedless red raspberry jam, and chilled lemon-lime soda. Whisk gently until the jam is fully incorporated and the mixture is evenly combined.
  2. Step 2: Scoop several balls of vanilla ice cream and drop them evenly on the surface of the punch. Be careful not to stir too much, as mixing will turn the punch a lovely shade of pink.
  3. Step 3: Ladle the punch into glasses and serve each topped with an extra scoop of vanilla ice cream to create the signature “snowball” effect.

Tips & Variations

  • For a lighter option, use diet lemon-lime soda and low-fat ice cream.
  • Try using frozen cranberries or fresh raspberries as garnish for extra color and texture.
  • If you prefer a less sweet punch, substitute half of the cranberry nectar with sparkling water.

Storage

This punch is best enjoyed immediately to maintain the fizzy soda and creamy ice cream texture. If you need to prepare in advance, mix the cranberry nectar, raspberry jam, and soda separately and chill. Add the ice cream just before serving. Leftover punch without ice cream can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours but may lose its carbonation.

How to Serve

A clear glass filled with a deep red liquid makes up the bottom layer, smooth and slightly reflective, topped with a thick fluffy layer of light pink foam with many small air holes, creating a soft and frothy texture. The glass is placed on a white marbled surface, with another similar glass partly visible in the background, filled the same way. On the right side, a clear bowl with a thick rim holds more of the same pink foam, and to the lower right, a small branch of green pine leaves adds a natural touch. In the distant background, some red berries on thin stems blur softly. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular cranberry juice instead of cranberry nectar?

Yes, regular cranberry juice can be used as a substitute. Cranberry nectar is sweeter and thicker, so taste and adjust the raspberry jam if needed.

What if I don’t have lemon-lime soda?

You can substitute with club soda and add a splash of lemon or lime juice to maintain the citrus flavor and bubbles.

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Santa Snowball Punch Recipe

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  • Author: lina
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 to 10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian
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Description

Santa Snowball Punch is a festive and refreshing holiday beverage combining cranberry nectar, raspberry jam, lemon-lime soda, and creamy vanilla ice cream. This easy-to-make punch offers a delightful balance of sweet and tart flavors topped with snowy scoops of ice cream, perfect for Christmas parties and gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

  • 1 (32 oz) bottle cranberry nectar (can substitute cranberry juice)
  • 1 (12 oz) jar seedless red raspberry jam
  • 1 1/2 (2 liter) bottles lemon-lime soda, chilled

Topping

  • 1.75 quart vanilla ice cream

Instructions

  1. Combine the liquids and jam: Pour the cranberry nectar, seedless red raspberry jam, and chilled lemon-lime soda into a large punch bowl. Use a whisk to gently blend the ingredients until they are evenly combined, ensuring the jam is well incorporated without overmixing.
  2. Add ice cream scoops: Carefully scoop multiple rounded balls of vanilla ice cream and gently place them on the surface of the punch. Avoid stirring too vigorously to keep the punch from turning a uniform pink color, preserving an attractive appearance with ice cream ‘snowballs’ floating on top.
  3. Serve the punch: Ladle the punch into individual glasses, making sure each serving gets an ice cream scoop ‘snowball’ on top for a festive finishing touch.

Notes

  • For a less sweet version, substitute cranberry juice for cranberry nectar.
  • Serve immediately to enjoy the punch chilled and the ice cream intact, preventing it from melting too quickly.
  • You can add fresh cranberries or mint leaves as garnish for extra festive appeal.
  • This punch is non-alcoholic but can be spiked with vodka or rum if desired.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Christmas punch, holiday punch, ice cream punch, festive drink, cranberry punch, raspberry jam punch, vanilla ice cream punch

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