Best 4 Sparkling Poinsettia Recipes

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Sparkling poinsettia, also known as Euphorbia pulcherrima, is a beautiful red flower often associated with the holiday season. While the plant is best known for its stunning red leaves, it can also be used to create a delightful and festive dish called "sparkling poinsettia." This dish is made from the flowers of the poinsettia plant and is known for its unique and refreshing taste. In this article, we will explore the best recipes for cooking sparkling poinsettia, providing a step-by-step guide to help you prepare this delightful dish.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

POINSETTIA



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Mixing festive red cranberry juice, Triple Sec and champagne creates a fun cocktail for Christmas parties, a New Year's Eve bash or any get-together during the fall and winter seasons. Garnish with a few fresh berries and enjoy. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ounce cranberry juice
1/2 ounce Triple Sec, optional
4 ounces chilled champagne or other sparkling wine
GARNISH:
3 fresh cranberries

Steps:

  • Pour cranberry juice into a champagne flute or wine glass. Add Triple Sec if desired. Top with champagne. Garnish as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

POINSETTIA COOKIES



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These pretty cookies are fairly labor intensive, but boy, are they worth it. A few of these festive blossoms on top of my Christmas cookie trays really make a festive presentation.

Provided by SUGARPLUMSCOOKIES

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Sugar Cookies

Time 1h25m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 11

¾ cup butter, softened
⅔ cup white sugar
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon red food coloring
1 cup red decorator sugar
1 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
2 teaspoons water
1 drop yellow food coloring

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line baking sheets with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar and cream cheese until light and fluffy using an electric mixer. Add egg and vanilla; mix until well blended. Stir in flour by hand using a sturdy spoon while adding enough red food coloring to make the dough turn a pretty red color.
  • Roll the balls in the red decorator sugar and place them on the prepared cookie sheets, spacing 1 inch apart. Refrigerate the cookies on their cookie sheets until firm, about 10 minutes.
  • When the cookies are firm, make three slices across each cookie to make 6 slices like a pie, cutting only about 2/3 of the way through the cookie balls.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, until cookies appear dry. Cool on the cookie sheets, then peel away from the aluminum foil.
  • Make the icing for the cookies by mixing the confectioners' sugar and water until it reaches a piping consistency. Add a drop of yellow food coloring. Put icing into a pastry bag or resealable bag and cut a small piece off of the corner. Pipe small dots onto the center of the cookies. Allow icing to dry before storing cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. Cookies can be stored for up to two weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.4 calories, Carbohydrate 13.6 g, Cholesterol 13.4 mg, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 27.3 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

POINSETTIA



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 1 cocktail

Number Of Ingredients 3

1/4 cup lemon-flavored vodka
1/2 cup cranberry juice
Splash of Champagne

Steps:

  • In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine vodka and cranberry juice. Cover and shake vigorously. Strain into a martini glass and top with generous splashes of Champagne.

EMERIL'S CHRISTMAS POINSETTIA COCKTAIL



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A sparkling cocktail perfect for the holidays. This is from Emeril's cookbook and is simply delightful!

Provided by Dee Licious

Categories     Punch Beverage

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup vodka
1/4 cup champagne
1/2 cup cranberry juice
crushed ice
2 slices orange zest, each about 1/4-inch wide and 2 inches long

Steps:

  • Combine the vodka, Champagne and juice in a large-stemmed red wine glass.
  • Add crushed ice and stir until the mixture is well chilled.
  • Twist the orange strips over the glass, drop them in, and serve.

Tips:

  • Select high-quality cranberries: Choose cranberries that are plump, firm, and deep red in color. Avoid any cranberries that are bruised or have soft spots.
  • Use fresh ginger: Fresh ginger provides a more intense and flavorful taste compared to ground ginger.
  • Simmer the cranberries: Simmering the cranberries helps to extract their natural sweetness and create a rich, flavorful sauce.
  • Add a touch of cinnamon: A pinch of cinnamon adds a warm and festive flavor to the cranberry sauce.
  • Chill the cranberry sauce: Chilling the cranberry sauce allows it to thicken and develop its flavors.
  • Serve the cranberry sauce cold or at room temperature: Cranberry sauce can be served cold or at room temperature, depending on your preference.

Conclusion:

The Sparkling Poinsettia is a festive and delicious holiday cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of cranberry sauce, ginger ale, and Prosecco creates a refreshing and flavorful drink that is sure to impress your guests. With its beautiful presentation and easy-to-make recipe, the Sparkling Poinsettia is a must-try for any holiday party or gathering.

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