Spiked Crock Pot Apple Punch
Warm up your holiday gatherings with the cozy, spiced flavors of Spiked Crock Pot Apple Punch! This irresistible hot punch combines apple cider, orange juice, and cranberry juice with aromatic spices like cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and star anise. Slow-simmered in a crock pot, it infuses your kitchen with an inviting aroma while creating a flavorful base. A splash of dark rum or bourbon adds a festive kick, while optional brown sugar lets you customize the sweetness to your liking. Garnished with apple slices and cinnamon sticks, this crowd-pleasing drink is perfect for chilly nights, holiday parties, or any cozy get-together. Plus, it’s easy to prepare with minimal prep time, making it a stress-free yet impressive addition to any occasion.
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Ingredients
- 8 cups Apple cider
- 2 cups Orange juice
- 1 cup Cranberry juice
- 4 Cinnamon sticks
- 8 Whole cloves
- 2 Star anise
- 1 inch piece Fresh ginger (sliced)
- 1 Orange (sliced into rounds)
- 1 cup Dark rum or bourbon
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar (optional)
- 1 Apple slices (for garnish)
- 4 Cinnamon sticks (for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a large crock pot, combine the apple cider, orange juice, and cranberry juice.
Step 2
Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, sliced ginger, and orange rounds into the mixture.
Step 3
Cover the crock pot and set it to low heat. Let the punch simmer for 2 hours, allowing the flavors to infuse.
Step 4
After 2 hours, taste the punch and adjust sweetness if needed by stirring in the optional brown sugar.
Step 5
Stir in the dark rum or bourbon just before serving. If children or non-alcoholic options are needed, set aside a portion without alcohol.
Step 6
Ladle the punch into mugs or heatproof glasses.
Step 7
Garnish each serving with a slice of apple and a cinnamon stick for a festive touch.
Step 8
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (3230.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2089.3 |
| Total Fat 9.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 1.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 142.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 372.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 28.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 283.5g | |
| Protein 11.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 672.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3946.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories