Holiday Peppermint Punch Recipe (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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4 ounces peppermint ice cream, left out until it reaches a semi-melted, pourable texture
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4 ounces of eggnog, cold
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3 ounces peppermint-flavored vodka or schnapps
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4 ounces chilled ginger beer
→ Garnish & Toppings
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Additional peppermint ice cream for scoops on top
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Candy canes or peppermint candies, finely crushed for rimming glasses
# Instructions:
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Take 4 ounces of peppermint ice cream out of the freezer and let it sit at room temperature until it becomes soft and almost liquid-like in consistency. This will make it easier to blend with the other ingredients.
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Crush your candy canes into fine pieces and spread them out on a small plate. Lightly moisten the rim of each glass with water or eggnog, then gently press the rim into the crushed candy to create a festive coating.
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Pour the softened ice cream evenly into your two serving glasses, splitting it between them.
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Pour the eggnog into each glass over the melted ice cream and give it a good stir until everything is well blended together.
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Pour in your peppermint vodka or schnapps, followed by the cold ginger beer. Stir everything gently to combine all the flavors without losing too much carbonation.
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For an extra special touch, add a scoop or two of peppermint ice cream on top of each drink to turn it into a delicious float. Serve immediately and enjoy!
# Notes:
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This festive drink works wonderfully as both a dessert cocktail and a party punch.
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To make a larger batch for a crowd, use a half-gallon of peppermint ice cream. Melt 2 cups of it, then combine with 2 cups eggnog, 12 ounces peppermint vodka, and 40 ounces of ginger beer. Top with scoops of the remaining ice cream and serve in a punch bowl for 8-10 guests.
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The ginger beer adds a nice spicy warmth that balances out the sweet peppermint and creamy eggnog beautifully.
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For a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the vodka or schnapps and increase the ginger beer slightly.