Best 16 Slow Cooker Cranberry Punch Recipes

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Slow cooker cranberry punch is a warm and festive beverage that makes a lovely addition to any holiday gathering. It's incredibly easy to prepare, only requiring a few fresh and simple ingredients. Simply combine cranberry juice, orange juice, pineapple juice, lemon juice, ginger ale, and cranberries in a slow cooker and let it simmer for a few hours. The result is a deliciously tart and tangy drink with a beautiful ruby-red hue. Serve it hot or chilled, garnished with fresh cranberries and orange slices for a delightful and refreshing treat that's sure to be a hit with friends and family alike.

Here are our top 16 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER CHRISTMAS PUNCH



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Indulge in this warm pineapple punch made in the slow cooker. We use cinnamon and Red Hots to give it that cozy spiced flavor and welcome-home aroma. -Angie Goins, Tazewell, TN

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h5m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups unsweetened pineapple juice
4 cups cranberry juice
1/3 cup Red Hots
2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
Fresh cranberries and additional cinnamon sticks

Steps:

  • In a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 4 ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until heated through and candies are melted, 3-4 hours. Garnish with cranberries and additional cinnamon sticks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

FRESH CRANBERRY PUNCH



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One of the best things about holiday cooking is the aromas that drift through the whole house! To me, it wouldn't be Christmas without the tang of oranges, cinnamon and cloves in the air-just what you'll smell as this fresh cranberry punch is simmering. To get the brightest red color in your punch, be sure to pick out the reddest of the fresh berries as you clean them.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 25 1/2-cup servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
3-1/2 quarts water
12 whole cloves
4 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
3/4 cup orange juice
2/3 cup lemon juice
2 cups sugar

Steps:

  • In Dutch oven or large kettle, combine cranberries, water, cloves and cinnamon. Bring to boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer 12-15 minutes. Strain cooked juice through fine sieve or cheese cloth, squeezing gently. , To strained juice, add orange juice, lemon juice and sugar; stir until sugar is dissolved. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

SLOW COOKER CRANBERRY ROAST



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This is a family favorite! Simple but absolutely delicious roast! It makes a fantastic gravy that complements the roast and goes great with mashed potatoes!

Provided by ATLANTAKIM

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Roast Recipes

Time 8h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (1 ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix
1 (3 pound) beef chuck roast
1 (16 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Place onion soup mix in the bottom of a slow cooker. Place roast in the slow cooker, and top with cranberry sauce.
  • Cover, and cook 8 hours on Low.
  • Remove roast, and set aside. Set slow cooker to High. Whisk together butter and flour, and slowly mix into the liquid remaining in the slow cooker to create a thick gravy. Serve with the roast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33.9 g, Cholesterol 115.5 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 31.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 531.8 mg, Sugar 28.5 g

WARM CIDER CRANBERRY PUNCH



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I first made this at an instructional cooking camp. My kids loved it so much that, for a time, they insisted we make it every day. Serve it hot in the winter or with the ice during the summer. -Carol Gehringer, Raleigh, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h10m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bottle (64 ounces) cranberry juice
6 cups apple cider or juice
2 cans (12 ounces each) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
1 medium lemon, cut into wedges
4 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
2 teaspoons whole cloves
1 teaspoon whole allspice
Cranberries, lemon peel strips and additional cinnamon sticks, optional

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. slow cooker, combine cranberry juice, apple cider, lemonade concentrate and lemon. Place cinnamon sticks, cloves and allspice on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose seasonings; tie securely with string. Place in slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until heated through. Discard spice bag and lemon. If desired, garnish with cinnamon stick, cranberries and lemon peel.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 10mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CINNAMON CRANBERRY PUNCH



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Welcome your guests with this cranberry punch. A refreshing drink with a spicy twist.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Beverage

Time 40m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup water
1/3 cup red cinnamon candies
1/4 cup sugar
1 can (46 oz) pineapple juice, chilled
1 bottle (2 liter) cranberry flavored lemon-lime carbonated beverage, chilled
Ice cubes
1 cup fresh or frozen (thawed) cranberries
Cinnamon sticks, if desired

Steps:

  • In 1-quart saucepan, mix water, candies and sugar. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer uncovered until candy is dissolved, stirring constantly. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Refrigerate, if desired.
  • In punch bowl, mix syrup mixture and pineapple juice. Just before serving, stir in carbonated beverage. Serve over ice. Garnish with cranberries and cinnamon sticks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68, Carbohydrate 17 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 8 mg

QUICK CRANBERRY PUNCH



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The fizz from the ginger ale makes this fruity punch a hit at any party!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Beverage

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 can (6 ounces) frozen pink lemonade concentrate, thawed
1 bottle (32 ounces) cranberry juice cocktail, chilled
2 cans (12 ounces each) ginger ale, chilled

Steps:

  • Make lemonade as directed on can in large pitcher.
  • Stir in cranberry juice cocktail and enough ice to chill. Just before serving, stir in ginger ale.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 10 mg

SLOW COOKER CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Perfect homemade cranberry sauce for the Holidays! Tastes and smells wonderful!

Provided by JazzyRSchrinas

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Cranberry Sauce Recipes

Time 3h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup orange juice
½ cup water
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries

Steps:

  • Combine orange juice, water, brown sugar, white sugar, and cinnamon in slow cooker; stir in cranberries. Cook on High for 3 hours, stirring once each hour.
  • Remove lid; stir well. Cook on High until sauce has thickened and most cranberries have popped, about 45 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21.9 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 3.5 mg, Sugar 19.2 g

SLOW COOKER CRANBERRY PUNCH RECIPE



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Sweet and tart, this slow cooker cranberry punch is a wonderful way to chase away a winter chill.

Provided by Martha McKinnon | Simple Nourished Living

Categories     Drinks

Time 3h10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups cranberry juice
2/3 cups sugar
1 can (12-1/2 ounces) lemonade concentrate, thawed
4 cups water
2 tablespoons honey
6 whole cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
1 lemon, sliced

Steps:

  • Ideal slow cooker size: 4-Quart.
  • In your slow cooker, combine the cranberry juice, sugar, lemonade concentrate, water and honey. Drop in the cloves and cinnamon sticks
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours.
  • Before serving, fish out the cloves and cinnamon sticks and switch your slow cooker to warm.
  • Ladle into mugs or heat-proof cups.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 142 kcal, Carbohydrate 37.4 g, Protein 0.3 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g

SLOW COOKER HOT CRANBERRY FRUIT PUNCH



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Make this tangy and sweet spiced hot cranberry fruit punch in the slow cooker for a large crowd. Alcohol can be added for adults and made non-spiked for the kids. This punch can be served over ice for cold drinks.

Provided by Erlene at My Pinterventures

Time 4h10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

64 oz. cranberry juice (8 cups)
5 cups water*
3 cinnamon sticks
6 oz. frozen lemonade ( 1/2 of a 12 oz. can)
2 - 12 oz. cans frozen orange juice
1 cup apple juice
1/2 - 1 cup frozen cranberries
1 lemon or orange, washed and sliced**
4-7 star anise
Optional - bottle of Sauvignon Blanc for adults

Steps:

  • Place all the ingredients into a large 6 quart or larger slow cooker. Note: for only a hint of spice, add 4 star anise, for a more intense flavor add 7.
  • Cook on high for 3 - 4 hours, stirring the punch after about 1 or 2 hours. Remove and toss out the star anise spice.
  • For presentation, serve the hot cranberry fruit punch in glass mugs with some of the cranberries and slice of fruit. Optional to add in a cinnamon stick.
  • For adults, leave out a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc ( I use Dry Creek Fume Blanc) for them to add a splash of it in their drink.

SLOW COOKER CRANBERRY PUNCH



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Provided by Kelly

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups cranberry cocktail
4 cups pineapple juice
1 cup water
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 tsp. ground cloves or 3 whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker.
  • Cook on low for at least 4 hours
  • Remove the cinnamon stick before serving

HOT CRANBERRY CITRUS PUNCH



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This tart punch warms you on a cold winter's night. I always serve it for Christmas Eve dinner. The longer it cooks, the better it tastes!

Provided by CHESSETTE

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Punch Recipes     Non-Alcoholic Punch Recipes

Time 6h10m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 quarts cranberry juice cocktail
3 cups orange juice
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 pinch salt
2 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks

Steps:

  • In a 4 quart or larger slow cooker, combine the cranberry juice, orange juice, white sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, salt and cinnamon sticks. Stir to dissolve sugar. Cook on High for 4 to 6 hours. Turn heat to Low and keep warm for serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.2 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 11 mg, Sugar 20.3 g

SPARKLING CRANBERRY PUNCH



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A wonderful non-alcoholic punch with just the right amount of tartness. Makes a great toast for a New Years or holiday party.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 -10 sugar cubes
1 1/4 cups cranberry juice
1 (750 ml) bottle sparkling white grape juice, nonalcoholic
cranberries

Steps:

  • Place a sugar cube in the bottom of each 8 to 10 chilled champagne flutes.
  • Pour 2 tablespoons cranberry juice into each glass.
  • Fill each glass with white grape juice.
  • Thread several cranberries onto skewer or toothpick and garnish each glass.

HOT SPICED CRANBERRY PUNCH



Hot Spiced Cranberry Punch image

-Geraldine Evans, Hermosa, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups cranberry juice
2-2/3 cups water
1-1/3 cups sugar
16 whole cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2/3 cup orange juice
1/2 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or large saucepan, combine the cranberry juice, water and sugar; bring to a boil over medium heat. Place cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with string to form a bag. Add the cinnamon, nutmeg and spice bag to the pan. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. , Discard spice bag. Stir in the orange and lemon juices. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker; keep warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SPICED CRANBERRY PUNCH



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My mom used to serve this festive concoction every Thanksgiving and Christmas. To this day, when I smell it, I can't help but think of the holidays.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 2h10m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bottle (32 ounces) cranberry juice
3 cups unsweetened pineapple juice
1/2 cup sugar
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
12 whole cloves

Steps:

  • In a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the cranberry juice, pineapple juice and sugar. Place cinnamon and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with string to form a bag. Place in slow cooker. , Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until heated through. Discard spice bag. Serve warm in mugs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SLOW COOKER WARM CHRISTMAS PUNCH



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This is a warm punch I make in the slow cooker every Christmas. I put it on during the day, and everyone just helps themselves. I like to serve it with a bottle of Fireball® cinnamon whiskey on the side. You can also serve with Captain Morgan® spiced rum. It tastes wonderful and it makes the house smell great!

Provided by Shelly

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 whole cinnamon sticks
8 whole cloves
32 ounces apple juice
32 ounces cranberry juice
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place cinnamon sticks and cloves in a sachet bag. Place in a slow cooker with apple juice, cranberry juice, brown sugar, and lemon juice. Cook on High until hot, about 1 hour.
  • Reduce heat to warm and begin serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.6 calories, Carbohydrate 37.9 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 9 mg, Sugar 35.3 g

CRANBERRY PUNCH



Cranberry Punch image

A delicious hot weather drink that looks just as good as it tastes.

Provided by KADA

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Punch Recipes     Non-Alcoholic Punch Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ½ liters cranberry-apple juice
1 liter ginger ale
2 limes, thinly sliced
6 sprigs fresh mint
6 cups ice

Steps:

  • Half-fill 6 tall glasses with ice. Fill to about three quarters with cranberry-apple juice. Pour ginger ale evenly into the glasses. Stir gently. Decorate with lime and mint sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.4 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 25.4 mg, Sugar 14.6 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh cranberries: Fresh cranberries are plump and have a deep red color. Avoid cranberries that are shriveled or have soft spots.
  • Wash the cranberries thoroughly: Before using, rinse the cranberries under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Use a slow cooker with a lid: A slow cooker with a lid will help to keep the heat in and the punch warm.
  • Add the ingredients in the correct order: Follow the recipe instructions carefully and add the ingredients in the correct order. This will help to ensure that the punch turns out perfectly.
  • Let the punch simmer for at least 4 hours: The longer the punch simmers, the more flavorful it will be. Simmer the punch for at least 4 hours, or up to 8 hours.
  • Serve the punch warm: Cranberry punch is best served warm. Ladle the punch into mugs and enjoy!

Conclusion:

Cranberry punch is a delicious and festive drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple ingredients and a slow cooker, you can make a delicious and memorable holiday punch in no time.

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