Hot Christmas Punch (Slow Cooker Recipe)
Hot Christmas punch is a delightful slow cooker rum punch laced with all most festive flavors of the holiday season. Cranberry cocktail and pineapple juice make the base for this cinnamony libation that will have you feeling extra merry this season!
Nothing beats walking into a kitchen that smells like Christmas, and this slow cooker hot Christmas Punch fills the air with that magic in no time.
Add everything to your slow cooker, let it work its magic, and soon you’ll be sipping a cozy drink that feels like a hug in a mug.
The fruity, Red Hot flavor brings all the festive vibes, whether you’re hosting a party or relaxing by the tree.
And let’s be honest, the splash of rum makes it even more irresistible during the holiday season.
Ingredients
To make this you’ll need:
- Juice– 52 ounces of cranberry cocktail juice and 40 ounces of pineapple orange juice
- Red Hots– The candies. You’ll need 5.5 ounces.
- Cinnamon sticks– 3 sticks
- Rum– White rum. This optional but highly recommended!
- Garnishes-Fresh cranberries, orange slices, cinnamon sticks, pomegranate arils, and fresh rosemary. These are all optional but do add some extra holiday glitz.
How to Make
Hot Christmas punch is so easy to make thanks to the slow cooker!
Just pour both juices into the slow cooker and add the Red Hots and three cinnamon sticks to the slow cooker.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 3 hours.
Stir the rum in if you are using it.
Garnish with your desired garnishes, serve, and enjoy!
Garnish Ideas
Some of our favorite festive garnishes for this Christmas punch recipe include:
- Pomegranate Airils
- Cinnamon Sticks
- Fresh Cranberries
- Fresh Rosemary Sprigs
- Sliced Oranges
Mix and match using whatever combination speaks to you!
Storing
Store any leftover Christmas rum punch in an sealed jug or pitcher in the fridge for up to 3 days.
You can also freeze it in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months.
Tips and Tricks
- You can make this in advance and just store it in the fridge until you’re ready to serve. Just warm it in the slow cooker for about an hour prior to serving.
- Don’t use unsweetened juice unless you like really tart punch that will make your cheeks pucker.
- If you find that the punch is too tart, add more Red Hots and let the punch cook for another 30 minutes.
- Use your favorite variety of pineapple orange juice. I like Tropicana but use what you like.
Other Christmas Drinks
Hot Christmas punch is a holiday drink that’ll keep you feeling merry and bright all season long.
Make it and enjoy!
Looking for other Christmas drinks?
Try these:
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Hot Christmas Punch (Slow Cooker Recipe)
Ingredients
- 52 oz Cocktail Cranberry Juice
- 40 oz Pineapple-Orange Juice
- 5.5 oz Red Hots candy
- 3 Cinnamon Sticks 5 inches each
- 16 ounces White Rum optional
Instructions
- Pour both juices into the crockpot.52 oz Cocktail Cranberry Juice, 40 oz Pineapple-Orange Juice
- Add the red hots and cinnamon sticks to the crockpot.5.5 oz Red Hots candy, 3 Cinnamon Sticks
- Cook on low for 3 hours.
- Add white rum, if spiking the punch.16 ounces White Rum
- Stir well.
- Garnish, if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
- You can make this in advance and just store it in the fridge until you're ready to serve. Just warm it in the slow cooker for about an hour prior to serving.
- Don't use unsweetened juice unless you like really tart punch that will make your cheeks pucker.
- If you find that the punch is too tart, add more Red Hots and let the punch cook for another 30 minutes.
- Use your favorite variety of pineapple orange juice. I like Tropicana but use what you like.
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