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Hot cranberry punch

Cranberry, apple, and orange simmered with spices. Tart, warm, and bright red.

  • 10 min active
  • Serves 12
  • Warm drinks

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Hot cranberry punch

Instructions

  1. Combine. Add everything to a slow cooker or pot.
  2. Warm. Cook on low 2 to 3 hours or simmer 20 minutes.
  3. Serve. Remove the cloves and ladle into mugs with a few cranberries.

Hosting tip: Make it in the morning and keep it on warm for an open house.

Make it ahead

Make it a day ahead, refrigerate, and rewarm in a slow cooker 1 hour before the party.

Great for

Serve it at holiday parties. Planning the whole drink table? See how to set up a mocktail bar, and use the party calculator to figure out how much to make.

What you'll need

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Questions

How do I keep it warm during a party?

Use a slow cooker on the warm setting for up to 4 hours. Stir occasionally and add a splash of liquid if it reduces.

Can I make it for more people?

Yes. Use the servings button next to the ingredients. Every amount updates automatically, from 1 glass up to 200.