Description
Rich Christmas coffee punch brings festive cheer to holiday gatherings. Creamy, spiced beverage delights guests with its irresistible blend of coffee, rum, and seasonal warmth you’ll savor to the last sip.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (960 ml / 32 fl oz) strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 2 cups (480 ml / 16 fl oz) milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 cup (240 ml / 8 fl oz) heavy cream
- ½ cup (100 g / 3.5 oz) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (120 ml / 4 fl oz) chocolate syrup
- ¼ cup (20 g / 0.7 oz) cocoa powder, sifted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- whipped cream (optional)
- chocolate shavings
- crushed candy canes
- sprinkles
Instructions
- Brew Concentrate: Craft an intense coffee base using a French press or coffee maker, ensuring a robust flavor profile for the punch.
- Blend Ingredients: Combine the coffee with heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large saucepan, whisking until the mixture becomes a harmonious, aromatic blend.
- Heat and Infuse: Gently warm the concoction over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching and allow the flavors to meld together seamlessly. For an adult version, incorporate dark rum during this stage, distributing the spirit evenly throughout the mixture.
- Serve and Garnish: Once the punch reaches a smooth, steaming consistency, ladle the liquid into festive mugs or elegant glasses. Top each serving with a luxurious dollop of whipped cream, then embellish with a cinnamon stick and a delicate sprinkle of ground cinnamon for a festive presentation.
Notes
- Brew Coffee Carefully: Use freshly ground, high-quality coffee beans for the most robust and aromatic base, ensuring maximum flavor depth.
- Control Temperature Precisely: Warm the mixture gently to prevent scorching or separating the cream, maintaining a smooth, silky texture throughout.
- Customize Sweetness Levels: Adjust sugar quantities to personal preference, using alternatives like honey or maple syrup for different flavor profiles.
- Consider Dietary Modifications: Swap heavy cream with coconut milk or almond milk for lactose-free versions, keeping the punch creamy and indulgent.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 11
- Calories: 73
- Sugar: 6.5 g
- Sodium: 16 mg
- Fat: 4.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8.4 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Cholesterol: 12 mg